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Netcall Shares Rally on Strong Full-Year Results and AI-Driven Cloud Growth
Summary
Netcall stock rose after the company reported full-year revenue and profit that beat market expectations, driven by a 37% surge in cloud contract value and accelerating adoption of its AI-powered services.
Shares in Netcall (AIM: NETC) gained on Tuesday after the customer engagement software provider released a full-year trading update that surpassed analyst expectations. The company reported significant growth in revenue, earnings, and its cash position, fueled by strong momentum in its cloud and artificial intelligence offerings.
Financials Exceed Expectations
For the financial year ended June 30, 2026, Netcall announced results that were ahead of market consensus. Key figures from the update include:
- Revenue: Increased by 20% to £57.7 million.
- Adjusted EBITDA: Grew 23% to £12.1 million.
- Net Cash: Reported at a materially stronger-than-expected £21.0 million.
The company also noted that the integration of its Jadu acquisition is progressing ahead of schedule, delivering nearly £1.0 million in annualized cost synergies.
Cloud and AI Fuel Growth
AdThe standout driver of the positive results was the performance of Netcall's cloud services. Cloud Annual Contract Value (ACV), a key metric for recurring revenue, jumped by 37% to £46.3 million.
This growth was significantly boosted by the adoption of AI, which was embedded in more than 40% of new cloud orders during the year. According to the company, AI-related sales nearly tripled. Management also flagged a record sales pipeline heading into the new financial year, suggesting continued momentum.
Market Reaction and Context
The market responded positively to the news, with Netcall's stock rising 3.8% to 117.78 pence in trading on London's AIM. The rally is seen as a direct response to the strong company-specific fundamentals presented in the update.
Investor confidence was further bolstered by a recent disclosure that Artemis Investment Management LLP had increased its stake in Netcall from approximately 3.3% to over 4.0%. This move by a major institutional investor, combined with a pre-existing "Strong Buy" analyst consensus, provided a constructive backdrop for Tuesday's share price appreciation.
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