AFG 2025 AGM Address to Shareholders
Released
Released
Announcement PDF
Market Release
17 October 2025
Market Announcements Office
ASX Limited
Exchange Centre
20 Bridge Street
SYDNEY NSW 2000
Dear Sir/Madam
2025 AGM Address to Shareholders
The Company will address shareholders today at its Annual General Meeting to be held at 9:00am Western
Standard Time as a hybrid meeting in person at Level 16, 240 St Georges Terrace, Perth Western Australia 6000
and online via the online platform at: https://meetings.openbriefing.com/AFG25.
In accordance with ASX Listing Rule 3.13.3, attached is a copy of the joint Chair and CEO address and
accompanying presentation.
The live feed of the AGM can be accessed at: https://meetings.openbriefing.com/AFG25.
Shareholders will need their SRN/HIN and registered postcode if they would like to vote and/or ask questions online.
These details can be retrieved from the shareholders proxy form or their holding statement.
Authorised for disclosure by:
Michelle Palethorpe
General Counsel and Company Secretary
Australian Finance Group Ltd
CONTACT DETAILS
Alison Clarke, AFG Head of Corporate Communications Mob 0402 781 367
David Bailey, CEO Tel (08) 9420 7888
Annual General Meeting
17 October 2025
Address to shareholders
Chair – Greg Medcraft
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Annual General Meeting of Australian Finance Group
Ltd for the financial year ended 30 June 2025.
To begin, we would like to acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land we are
meeting on, the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation, and acknowledge and respect their
continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.
Today’s Annual General Meeting is a hybrid meeting. It is being held physically at 240 St
Georges Terrace in Perth Western Australia, and I extend a warm welcome to shareholders
and visitors who have attended in person.
The meeting is also being conducted online via the MUFG Virtual Meeting Platform and I
welcome shareholders, proxies and guests attending the meeting virtually.
As a hybrid meeting, shareholders and proxies attending online may ask questions and submit
votes during the meeting. Instructions on participating in the online meeting can be found in
the Notice of Meeting available on the ASX platform.
For those present, as a courtesy to others please turn off or silence your mobile phone.
FY25 was a defining year for AFG. We delivered solid earnings, with Net Profit After Tax
increasing by 21 percent to $35 million, while Underlying Net Profit After Tax and before
Amortisation, rose to $40.8 million, a 13% uplift.
Underlying return on equity was 19% and both Distribution and Manufacturing segments
delivered significant earnings growth — up 10% and 53% respectively - driven by the
successful execution of our strategy, broker network expansion, and resilient market
conditions.
This year’s results reflect the strength of our diversified business model, our disciplined
approach to capital allocation, and our ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic market
environment.
In FY25 we continued to invest in technology and strategic growth. Our technology
enhancements boosted broker productivity and engagement and the full acquisition of
Fintelligence was successfully finalised in November 2024. We launched our Broker
Investments program marking an exciting evolution of our broker partnership model,
broadening our earnings base and reinforcing our commitment to mutual growth.
Page 2 of 4
Our securitised lending business has enjoyed great success this year with earnings increasing
by 53% to $16 million. AFG’s role in ensuring a competitive lending market can be seen in the
flows of business to the non-major lenders. In FY25 AFG broker flows to non-banks was 11.6%
and in Q1 FY26 we are seeing similar levels, around 11.2%.
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securitisation programs play a crucial role in supporting smaller
banks, non-bank lenders, credit unions, and building societies in Australia. We were very
pleased to complete a highly successful transaction last month and David will provide further
details regarding this achievement later this morning.
RMBS schemes offer a vital alternative source of competitive funding, empowering smaller
lenders to compete more effectively with the ‘Big Four’ and helping to keep borrowing costs
down for consumers. AFG, together with other industry leaders, continues to champion the
introduction of a government-backed RMBS scheme. Such a program would meaningfully
enhance competition in the home lending market and help insulate the financial system from
systemic liquidity risks.
This would level the playing field to provide increased access to funding for smaller lenders
and drive greater choice for borrowers, fostering a more dynamic and competitive landscape.
With broader competition, consumers benefit from more attractive interest rates and a wider
array of home loan options, supporting affordability and financial security for homebuyers
across Australia.
Last month, AFG was named Major Aggregator of the Year at the 2025 Australian Broking
Awards. The Australian Broking Awards recognise outstanding achievements within the
mortgage and finance sector. The Major Aggregator of the Year category acknowledges
organisations that demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, effective broker support,
and a strong commitment to assisting brokers in developing their businesses.
Receiving this award once again is a significant achievement, and the recognition is a
testament to the hard work and outstanding contributions from our staff and members.
As we head into FY26 we remain committed to aligning our strategic decisions with the
objective of long-term value creation for shareholders. Looking forward, we are confident in
AFG’s capacity for continued growth and scalability. The foundations we’ve laid over the past
three years across technology, distribution, and broker services—position us well to meet our
FY29 aspirations and beyond.
On behalf of the Board, I want to thank our shareholders for their continued support, our
brokers for their trust, and our executive team for their leadership.
I now invite our CEO, David Bailey, to share more on our operational performance and strategic
outlook.
Page 3 of 4
CEO – David Bailey
I would also like to extend my thanks to our shareholders, both here and online, for joining us
today.
FY25 was a year of effective execution and strategic momentum. We delivered across all three
of our strategic pillars - growing our broker network; working with our distribution to deliver
higher margin opportunities; and harnessing technology to be more agile, competitive and
profitable.
The strength of our performance is reflected in our results.
Our broker network continues to grow, now supporting over 4,200 active brokers—
representing one in six across Australia. Residential settlements rose by 15 percent to $63
billion, expanding our total loan book beyond $210 billion. This growth is a testament to the
trust our brokers place in us and the strength of our platform.
We saw meaningful margin expansion through our distribution channels. Distribution earnings
grew by 10 percent to $68 million. Our gross profit margin from our diversified product
portfolio rose by 12% this year. This increase highlights our ongoing commitment to providing
brokers with a broader range of offerings and demonstrates the effectiveness of our strategic
priorities.
AFG Securities reported strong financial results, with its loan book growing to $5.5 billion. As
both an originator and distributor of mortgages, AFG occupies a differentiated position in the
Australian home loan market, providing us with considerable insight into mortgage market
behaviours and trends. This expertise informs our credit policies and lending practices, which
are fundamental to the performance of our lending business
In the current rate reduction cycle, we are closely monitoring run-offs which are sensitive to
cash rate movements. In the first quarter of the new financial year, we are seeing elevated
rates of run-off as customers actively seek opportunities to make savings.
As Greg touched on earlier, last month we were delighted with the successful upsizing of our
latest Prime RMBS transaction to an equal largest placement to date of $1 billion with strong
demand from local and offshore investors. We remain committed to offering a competitive
suite of home loan products to our brokers and their clients, as well as sound investment
opportunities to participants in the RMBS market.
The contribution from our investment in Thinktank improved by 24 percent and our leasing
and asset finance settlements reached $3.5 billion, led by the performance of the Fintelligence
business.
As Greg mentioned, we launched our Broker Investments program with the completion of
three equity investments—two within our network and one external to AFG. At the end of last
month, we were delighted to sign an agreement with another AFG broker to support their
business plans, taking the total of investees to four separate entities.
Page 4 of 4
These investments are expected to be earnings accretive in FY26 and continue to broaden our
earnings diversification strategy.
Technology remains central to our strategy. BrokerEngine Plus is now the system of choice
for our brokers, with a Net Promoter Score approaching 50, reflecting high levels of broker
satisfaction. Our broker services suite continues to drive operational efficiency and regulatory
confidence, helping our partners navigate an increasingly complex environment.
Looking ahead, we remain confident in our ability to scale. We’ve outlined our aspirations for
FY29, including a $9 billion AFG Securities book and a long-term net interest margin of 120
basis points. These aspirations are ambitious, but they are grounded in our continued
investment in technology, broker services, and strategic partnerships.
Pleasingly Quarter 1 in FY26 set new records, with AFG’s mortgage lodgements reaching
$30.6 billion—a 10.5% rise from last quarter and representing a 26.5% lift year-on-year.
AFG Home Loans maintained a stable market share of 6.25% of AFG lodgements this quarter
and AFG Securities accounted for 71% of this flow, representing the highest proportion
recorded in the past decade and a notable increase from 61% in the previous quarter. This
performance underscores the sustained momentum within the AFG Securities pipeline as the
new financial year commences.
Home values have hit record highs, and with national rental vacancies at just 1.2%, investor
demand is rising quickly. In Q1 FY26, investor loans made up 36% of our lodgement flows, up
from 32% in the same period last year.
Australia’s housing finance market is expected to continue its upward trajectory over the next
twelve months, supported by strong employment, ongoing supply constraints, and sustained
borrower demand. As interest rates ease, we anticipate renewed momentum in home lending
and increased opportunities across the market.
AFG is well positioned to lead this next phase of growth. Our scale, technology, and deep
broker relationships place us at the forefront of an industry that now accounts for almost 78%
of new mortgage flows.
With more Australians seeking trusted advice, choice, and competitive lending solutions, the
strength of the AFG broker network will continue to drive market confidence and deliver
positive outcomes for customers.
Finally, I would like to acknowledge our people. By people I mean our staff, our brokers and
business partners. Their dedication and resilience have been instrumental in delivering these
results. Together, we are building a stronger, more innovative AFG—one that is well-positioned
to deliver sustainable earnings growth, and long-term shareholder returns.
Annual General
Meeting 2025
AUSTRALIAN FINANCE GROUP LTD
2
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
We would like to acknowledge the traditional
custodians of the land we are meeting on,
the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation and
acknowledge and respect their continuing
culture and the contribution they make to the
life of this city and this region.
3
Greg Medcraft
CHAIR
Agenda
4
1. Introductions and housekeeping
2. Address by the Chair
3. CEO’s address
4. Formal business
5. Close
5
FY25 financial highlights
Underlying gross profit per broker1, 2
▲ 13% $38k
Gross profit1
▲ 14% $139.2m
EBITDA ▲ 19% $56.2m
Reported NPAT ▲ 21% $35.0m
Growth v
FY24
Investments &
liquid assets
$182m
Cash
realisation
90%
Annuity style
earnings
73%
1. Gross profit and other income
2. Per AFG broker
6
Growth across segments
$68M ▲ 10%
$16M
Distribution Manufacturing
EBITDA FY25
Underlying ROE 15%
Underlying ROE 39%
▲ 53%
Diversified business model and disciplined capital management delivering underlying return on equity of 19%
Variance compared to FY24
7
Non-bank lending – vital for a competitive market
Provides competition &
choice to borrowers
• Providing a genuine alternative to the major banks
• Supporting affordability and financial security
• Non-bank flows increased to 11.6% in FY25 (up from 9.6% in FY24
Supported by
RMBS funding market
• AFG is a consistent issuer of RMBS transactions – 19 since inception of program
• Competitive suite of products and a sound investment opportunity
• Advocating for the introduction of a government-backed RMBS scheme
AFG Securities generated strong growth in FY25 – earnings up 53% to $16 million
8
Positioned to deliver against our strategy
History of innovation, leveraging technology and disciplined capital allocation to deliver shareholder returns.
FY25 delivers
strong foundations
To achieve
FY29 aspirations
• Investment in technology for broker efficiency
• Driving diversification of new products
• Higher take-up of broker services
• Continued growth & scalability
• Consistent earnings growth
• Delivering shareholder returns
9
David Bailey
CEO
AFG HL apology.docx
10
FY25 highlights – momentum continues
Effective execution and strategic momentum across strategic pillars - supporting earnings growth
Growing scale across a
diversified business model
Enhanced competitive
advantage in our broker
proposition
Delivered record
broker numbers & volumes
STRATEGIC PILLAR 2
Provide market leading
technology proposition
STRATEGIC PILLAR 1
Grow our broker network
STRATEGIC PILLAR 3
Deliver higher margin through
our distribution network
11
3.1k
3.7k 3.8k
4.0k
4.2k
FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25
AFG Fintelligence
AFG Group active2 brokers
Distribution – channel of choice
1. Source: MFAA, Australian Market June 2025 quarter
2. Active brokers writing a deal within the last 6 months
+5%
Customers continue to choose the broker channel – Australian broker market share reaches ~78%1
AFG Distribution earnings up 10% in FY25
Residential settlements
+15%
$44B
$59B
$54B
$55B
$63B
FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25
12
Manufacturing – a return to growth
AFG Securities – unique insight into market behaviours and trends
• Settlements up 65% to $2.7 billion - in line with
record high
• Net interest margin up to 116bps in FY25
(FY24: 113bps) with cost of funds improvement
• Run-off rates historically increase in a cash rate
reduction cycle
• Excellent loss history upheld
• $1 billion upsized RMBS transaction with
strong demand
• FY29 aspiration - $9 billion book and a long-
term NIM of 120 basis points
3.4
4.8
4.5 4.4
5.5
FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25
AFG Securities Closing Book
+23%
13
Investments – earnings diversification & network
support
Focus on product diversity & broker services to provide efficiency and value for brokers - setting AFG apart
1. Total Asset finance settlements include Fintelligence as well as AFG volumes across Commercial Leasing and Consumer asset finance
Broker
Investments
+24% growth
in earnings
Near 50 NPS $3.5 billion asset finance
settlements1
4 investments
with building pipeline
14
Q1 FY26 trading
Record residential lodgement volumes of $31 billion and record result for AFG Securities
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1
2023 2024 2025 2026
Residential lodgements
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1
2023 2024 2025 2026
AFG Securities lodgements
+34%1
+26%1
1. % increases on Q1 2025
15
Value
creation
Macro Sector
Evolving
industry
AFG
difference
Favourable
market conditions
Environment for
revenue growth
Channel of choice for
lenders & consumers
Resilience through
market cycles
AFG positioned to capture growth opportunities
16
Thank you
17
Greg Medcraft
CHAIR
18
Voting
by poll
19
Q&A
20
Formal
business
21
Notice of
meeting
22
Item 1
Financial Reports – financial year ended 30 June 2025
The financial report, directors’ report and auditor’s report for the financial year ended 30 June 2025 is
tabled for discussion.
Items of business
23
Item 2
Resolution 1: Adoption of Remuneration Report
To consider and, if thought fit, to pass the following as a non-binding resolution in accordance with section
250R(2) of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth):
“That the Remuneration Report for the Company for the year ended 30 June 2025 be adopted.”
Items of business
Summary of proxies received
FOR AGAINST OPEN ABSTAIN TOTAL ELIGIBLE
NO. OF SHARES 134,585,820 430,947 525,562 144,496 135,542,329
% OF ELIGIBLE VOTES 99.29% 0.32% 0.39%
NO. OF PROXY FORMS 90 34 32 9
24
Item 3
Resolution 2: Re-election of Jane Muirsmith as a Director
In accordance with the Notice of Meeting the resolution is:
“That Jane Muirsmith, who retires as a Director of the Company in accordance with rule 8.1(e) of the
Company’s constitution, and being eligible, be re-elected as a Director of the Company.”
Items of business
Summary of proxies received
FOR AGAINST OPEN ABSTAIN TOTAL ELIGIBLE
NO. OF SHARES 135,091,955 45,830 505,546 43,494 135,643,331
% OF ELIGIBLE VOTES 99.59% 0.03% 0.37%
NO. OF PROXY FORMS 123 7 30 5
25
Item 4
Resolution 3: Re-election of Annette King as a Director
In accordance with the Notice of Meeting the resolution is:
“That Annette King, who retires as a Director of the Company in accordance with rule 8.1(e) of the Company’s
constitution, and being eligible, be re-elected as a Director of the Company.”
Items of business
Summary of proxies received
FOR AGAINST OPEN ABSTAIN TOTAL ELIGIBLE
NO. OF SHARES 134,938,508 199,277 505,546 43,494 135,643,331
% OF ELIGIBLE VOTES 99.48% 0.15% 0.37%
NO. OF PROXY FORMS 123 8 30 8
26
Poll
Thank you
28
This presentation contains general information which is current as at 17 October 2025.
The information is intended to be a summary of Australian Finance Group Limited (AFG) and its activities as at 17 October 2025 and does not purport to be complete in any
respect.
The information in this presentation is not a recommendation or advice about shares in AFG (or any other financial product or service). It is not intended to influence, or be
relied upon by, any person in making a decision in relation to AFG shares (or any other financial product). This presentation does not take into account the objectives,
financial situation or needs of any particular investor. You should consider your own objectives, financial situation and needs when considering this presentation and seek
independent investment, legal, tax, accounting or such other advice as you find appropriate before making any financial or investment decision.
This presentation contains some forward-looking statements. Such statements only reflect views held by AFG as at the date of this presentation and are subject to certain
risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Actual events and results may vary from the events or results expressed or implied in these statements. You should not place undue
reliance on any of these statements.
No representation or warranty is made in respect of the accuracy or completeness of any information in this presentation, or the likelihood of any of the forward-looking
statements in the presentation being fulfilled.
For further information visit: www.afgonline.com.au
Or contact:
Alison Clarke
Head of Corporate Communications
+61 402 781 367
Disclaimer
Share your feedback
Discover