Data#3 Shares Jump 9.90% into S&P/ASX 200 Top 5 as Strong FY27 Earnings Outlook Lifts Sentiment

Highlights

• Data#3 expects 1H FY27 gross profit to rise by more than 15% compared with the prior corresponding period.
• Consolidated net profit before tax is forecast to increase by more than 40% from AU$33.5 million in 1H FY26.
• The company expects sustained earnings growth for FY27, despite some first-half benefits being non-recurring.

Data#3 Rallies into S&P/ASX 200 Top 5

Data#3 Limited (ASX: DTL) announced on 1 October 2026 that it had made a strong start to FY27, with gross sales and earnings tracking ahead of expectations. The positive trading update triggered strong investor interest, with the shares trading at AU$13.880, up 9.897%, placing the company among the S&P/ASX 200 Top 5 gainers. Information Technology led the S&P/ASX 200 sector performance, advancing 3.27%, providing a supportive market backdrop for Data#3’s strong share-price gain.

First-Half Earnings Guidance Strengthens

For 1H FY27, Data#3 expects gross profit to be more than 15% higher than in the corresponding 1H FY26 period. The company also expects consolidated net profit before tax to increase by more than 40% from the AU$33.5 million reported in the first half of FY26.

Based on the guidance, net profit before tax would exceed approximately AU$46.9 million, although the final outcome remains dependent on the timing and execution of forecast business through 31 December 2026, completion of the interim accounts and the audit review.

The stronger result is expected to reflect several factors, including larger one-off transactions, increased activity within the company’s Infrastructure and Software Solutions operations and the timing of planned investment expenditure.

Data#3 also expects around AU$1.5 million of additional interest income above expectations, supported by favourable cash-flow timing during the first quarter of FY27.

Diversified Technology Exposure Supports Growth

Data#3 operates across several major technology segments, including cloud, modern workplace, cybersecurity, data and analytics, and connectivity. Its services span consulting, project implementation and ongoing support.

The company reported AU$3.4 billion in revenue in FY26 and has more than 1,400 employees across 12 locations in Australia and Fiji.

What Comes Next for Data#3?

Attention will now turn to whether Data#3 can convert its strong first-half pipeline into completed business while maintaining momentum into the second half. The company plans to provide another business update at its 2026 AGM on 28 October 2026, followed by its 1H FY27 results and interim dividend announcement on 22 February 2027.     With the stock advancing 9.897% to AU$13.880 and entering the S&P/ASX 200 Top 5 gainers, the market reaction reflects increased attention on Data#3’s stronger near-term earnings trajectory.

Note- All data presented is based on information available at the time of writing.

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