Refined fuel retailer Ampol had a 440% increase in underlying first-half 2026 net profit after tax to AUD 829 million. Middle East disruptions saw underlying EBITDA jump 73% to AUD 1.55 billion in line with unaudited guidance. DPS rose 363% to AUD 1.85. Shares were steady.
Ampol is well-placed, with a leading market share in transport fuels. This position is backed by an extensive distribution network.
Ampol earnings are subject to influences outside of management control—currency, crude oil prices, and the Singapore refiner margin.
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Price/Earnings (Normalized) | 9.54 | 10.04 | 11.09 |
Price/Book Value | 2.51 | 3.91 | 1.49 |
Price/Sales | 0.30 | 0.54 | 0.96 |
Price/Cash Flow | 1.35 | 2.92 | 5.52 |
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Quick Ratio | 0.37 | 0.77 | 0.98 |
Current Ratio | 1.13 | 1.27 | 1.43 |
Interest Coverage | 8.42 | 4.12 | 8.43 |
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Return on Assets (Normalized) | 12.03% | 4.40% | 6.72% |
Return on Equity (Normalized) | 48.00% | 22.25% | 14.47% |
Return on Invested Capital (Normalized) | 19.73% | 10.42% | 10.91% |
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