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17 Aug 2026, 06:42 UTC · 1h ago
Optima Health targets further growth after transformational year
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Optima Health has secured a contract with the UK Armed Forces Recruitment Service worth up to £210 million over seven years. — This represents a massive revenue driver relative to current annual revenue of £120.6 million.
+0.80The company reiterated medium-term targets of £200 million in annual revenue and £40 million in adjusted EBITDA. — Clear financial targets provide a benchmark for valuation and growth expectations.
+0.60Adjusted earnings for the year reached £20.1 million, exceeding previous forecasts by 10%. — Earnings beats typically trigger positive short-term price action.
+0.40Net debt (excluding leases) increased sharply to £94.4 million from £2.2 million following the £100 million acquisition of PAM Healthcare. — Significant increase in leverage raises the company's risk profile and interest burden.
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The company successfully raised approximately £35 million via an underwritten open offer to repay a £30 million bridge loan. — Deleveraging the balance sheet reduces immediate liquidity risk.
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The company reported strong momentum, earnings exceeding forecasts, and a significant new contract with the UK Armed Forces.
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