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AGENDA
Highlights
Strategic Update
Financial Update
Telco Update
Gaming Update
Our Next Steps
Thank You
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“Following continued cost discipline and positive EBITDA
in H1 FY26, Pentanet is entering the next phase of
measured reinvestment in growth.
The launch of our ‘Nothing But Net’ brand platform
marks a deliberate step toward rebuilding brand
awareness and supporting long-term subscriber
acquisition. This campaign strengthens engagement and
reinforces Pentanet’s position as Perth’s own ISP.
With EBITDA positive for the half and operating cash flow
strengthened, Pentanet is positioned to reinvest in growth
while maintaining cost discipline and a clear focus on
sustaining EBITDA performance.”
STEPHEN CORNISH
Founder & Managing Director
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EBITDA & OPERATING CASH FLOW GROWTH
EBITDA of $1.0m, up 534% on PcP. Telecommunications EBITDA $0.9m;
Gaming EBITDA $0.8m. Operating cash flow up 430% on PcP to $1.3m.
TOP-LINE GROWTH WITH MARGIN EXPANSION
Revenue increased 8% on PcP to $11.9m, with gross profit up 12% on PcP to
$5.8m. Gross margin up 2pp to 49%, reflecting improved mix & contribution.
IMPROVED UNIT ECONOMICS IN TELCO & GAMING
Telco subscribers increased 5% on PcP to 18,670. ARPU up 2% on PcP.
Gaming ARPU up 43% on PcP to $22, driven by improved premium tier mix.
Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortisation (EBITDA) is a financial measure which is not prescribed by Australian Accounting Standard (‘AAS’) and represents the profit under
AAS adjusted for depreciation, amortisation, interest and tax.
1
1
Telecommunications EBITDA excludes corporate & ASX overheads of $0.7m
2
HIGHLIGHTS
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2
KEY OBJECTIVES
& FOCUS AREAS
Sustain EBITDA-positive Result
Maintain disciplined cost management and
operational efficiency while reinvesting in
strategic growth initiatives.
Accelerate Subscriber Acquisition
Continue targeted acquisition and retention
initiatives, including the January referral program
refresh, to support sustainable subscriber growth.
Expanding Gaming Monetisation
Leverage the upgraded CloudGG platform and
expanded marketing channels to increase paid
growth and ARPU.
Strengthen Brand & Market Position
Elevate Pentanet’s profile as Perth’s own ISP
through brand-led engagement, improved
customer experience, and sustainable growth.
SUSTAIN
POSITIVE EBITDA
ACCELERATE SUBSCRIBER
ACQUISITION
IMPROVE GAMING ARPU
AND PAID GROWTH
STRENGTHEN BRAND & MARKET
POSITION
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TELCO UPDATE
513 net new telco subscribers, up 5% on PcP
to 18,670
Off-net subscribers up 11% on PcP, driven
by the NBN Speed Boost program
5G subs up 44% on PcP to 1,024, with focus
on utilisation over expansion
Churn improved to 1.2%, down from 1.3%
on PcP, with moderation following increased
promotional activity in Q1
Blended ARPU up to $96 and ARRPU up by
3% on PcP to $92, supported by migration to
higher-speed plans
Launched “Nothing But Net” brand platform
to support long-term subscriber acquisition
H2 focus: disciplined organic growth, brand-
led acquisition, capital efficiency and positive
EBITDA
TELCO SUBSCRIBERS ON-NET OFF-NET TOTAL
Opening Balance
Gross New Subscribers
Churn
Net New Subscribers
Closing Balance
Average Monthly Churn
6,844
149
(455)
(296)
6,548
1.1%
11,313
1,703
(894)
809
12,122
1.2%
18,157
1,852
(1,339)
513
18,670
1.2%
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BRAND BUILDING:
A PLATFORM FOR GROWTH
A Deliberate Strategic Shift
In November 2025, we launched our new Nothing
But Net campaign to stand out in an increasingly
price-driven market. We expanded beyond
performance-only marketing and invested in
high-reach brand channels to rebuild awareness
at scale. The creative is simple, ownable,
distinctive, and built for long-term recognition.
Strengthening Our Local Advantage
We entered a new strategic partnership with
FRINGE WORLD to reinforce Pentanet as Perth’s
own ISP during the launch period. In a category
where infrastructure is similar, brand trust and
local reputation are key competitive advantages.
Building Long-Term Value
Our renewed brand investment is designed to
improve long-term acquisition efficiency.
Early commercial signals are encouraging, with
momentum building across key channels.
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Revenue $'000 GP $'000
H1 FY24 H1 FY25 H1 FY26
0
200
400
600
800
1,000
1,200
1,400
858
240
1,133
501
1,343
905
GAMING UPDATE
Continued transition toward higher-value
subscription tiers (Performance & Ultimate)
Casual plan retired to improve subscription
quality and platform economics
ARPU increased to $22, up 43% on PcP,
reflecting improved mix and premium
engagement
Platform activity strengthened during seasonal
peak, supported by new releases (ARC Raiders,
Battlefield 6, Path of Exile)
Ongoing focus on onboarding, retention and
infrastructure efficiency
Strategy remains centred on margin expansion,
disciplined scaling and sustaining positive
EBITDA
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Revenue Gross Profit Overheads EBITDA
0
-2
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
Income Statement $’m
Revenue Gross Profit EBITDA
EBITDA improved to $1.0m, up
534% on PcP, driven by higher
gross profit and continued cost
discipline, while maintaining
targeted marketing reinvestment.
Gross profit increased 12% on PcP
to $5.8m, with gross margin up 2pp
to 49%, supported by improved
Gaming contribution.
Revenue increased 8% on PcP to
$11.9m, reflecting steady Telco
performance and strong Gaming
momentum, supported by improved
plan mix across both segments.
+12% PcP
H1 FY26: 5.8
H1 FY24: 10.4
H1 FY25: 5.2
H1 FY24: 4.9
+8% PcP
H1 FY26: 11.9
H1 FY24: 5.2 H1 FY25: 5.2
-3% PcP
H1 FY26: 5.1
H1 FY24: (0.2) H1 FY25: 0.2
+534% PcP
H1 FY26: 1.0
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H1 FY25: 11.1
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
2.0
2.1
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Revenue
Overheads
EBITDA
Monthly Revenue Trend Chart
Monthly Expenditure Trend Chart
Total H1 FY26
H1 FY26 Insights
Telecommunications EBITDA of $0.9m
(excluding $0.7m of corporate and ASX
overheads) and Gaming EBITDA of $0.8m.
Consolidated EBITDA was $1.0m, after ~$0.1m
of brand campaign investment during H1 and
$0.7m of corporate costs.
H1 FY26 Revenue Analysis $’m
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0.0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2 1.4
H1 FY24
H1 FY25
H1 FY26
Operations
Operating cash flow improved to $1.3m in H1 FY26, up 430% on PcP,
driven by EBITDA improvement and disciplined working capital
management. Pentanet closed the half with $2.4m in cash and $7.2m
in unused financing facilities to support capital and fleet requirements.
CASH FLOW
0.0
-0.5
-1.0
-1.5
-2.0
-2.5
H1 FY24
H1 FY25
H1 FY26
Investing
0.0
-0.5
-1.0
-1.5 0.0 0.5 1.0
H1 FY24
H1 FY25
H1 FY26
Financing
Cash Flow Statement $’m
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Grow Telco Subscriber Base
Accelerate subscriber acquisition
through targeted marketing,
competitive value propositions, and
enhanced service offerings to increase
market share and improve margin
contribution.
Scale and Monetise CloudGG
Drive conversion of free memberships to
paid subscribers and capture new high-
value users on NVIDIA GeForce NOW,
leveraging existing infrastructure and
exclusive partnership to build a
sustainable gaming revenue stream.
Strengthen brand and EBITDA
Invest in brand awareness for
Pentanet to support acquisition and
retention, improve customer lifetime
value, and position the business for
long-term EBITDA growth.
OUR NEXT STEPS
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THANK YOU
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We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to our talented
team, board, customers, partners and loyal shareholders.
Your continued support and dedication have been instrumental
in reaching this pivotal point in Pentanet’s journey.
We’re excited about the opportunities ahead and remain
confident in our ability to deliver faster, smarter and richer
digital experiences for our customers.
Thank you for your continued support as we enter the next
phase of growth in 2026 and beyond.
INVESTORHUB.PENTANET.COM.AU
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