Chams Holding Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 5/6
Chams Holding has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 60.4%, while the Software industry saw earnings growing at 13.8% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 37.3% per year. Chams Holding's return on equity is 3.5%, and it has net margins of 4.2%.
Key information
60.42%
Earnings growth rate
56.84%
EPS growth rate
| Software Industry Growth | 14.86% |
| Revenue growth rate | 37.33% |
| Return on equity | 3.50% |
| Net Margin | 4.22% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Chams Holding Company Plc Delivers Strong FY 2025 Earnings Growth Driven by Revenue Expansion and Capital Strengthening
Analyst: Qudus Adebara (DLM Securities, Research Analyst) Executive Summary Chams Holding Company Plc recorded a solid financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2025, supported by strong revenue growth across its biometrics, card technology, and digital infrastructure segments, improved operating efficiency, and a significantly strengthened capital base following a major equity raise. Group revenue increased by 18% YoY to ₦17.50 billion, driven primarily by growth in biometrics-related solutions and data card products.CHAMS Q3 RESULT – Modest Recovery Amid Revenue Softness and Elevated Financing Costs
Analyst: Qudus Adebara Executive Summary Chams Holding Company Plc released its unaudited financial statements for the nine months ended 30 September 2025 , reflecting moderate top-line stability but weaker bottom-line performance due to increased financing costs and reduced other operating income. The Group recorded a profit after tax of ₦500.7 million for the nine-month period, compared to ₦1.08 billion in the corresponding period of 2024 — representing a 53.5% year-on-year decline.CHAMS Q3 Result – Resilient Earnings and Solid Balance Sheet Position Despite Revenue Decline
Executive Summary Chams Holding Company Plc released its unaudited financial statements for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, reflecting a period of operational resilience amid top-line pressure. Although revenue moderated year-on-year, profitability was sustained through disciplined cost management and strategic focus on high-margin digital and identity management services.Chams H1/Q2 Result– Uneven Recovery with Growing Structural Pressure (High Revenue Growth Dampened by Rising Costs and Margin Pressure)
Chams Holding Company Plc: Strategic Capital Raise to Strengthen Balance Sheet and Accelerate Growth Chams Holding Company Plc’s decision to raise ₦7.65 billion through a hybrid capital raise—comprising a Rights Issue and Private Placement —reflects a deliberate effort to fortify its financial base, reduce leverage, and fuel its strategic expansion into digital identity and secure payment solutions. This move positions Chams to capture growth opportunities in the fast-evolving African fintech and digital security markets, although execution and market risks remain.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Chams Holding makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 17,984 | 760 | 2,855 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 17,654 | 521 | 2,571 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 15,166 | 24 | 2,992 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 16,405 | 117 | 2,795 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 15,241 | 468 | 2,916 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 14,841 | 474 | 2,968 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 15,261 | 762 | 2,283 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 12,539 | -542 | 3,294 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 10,534 | -33 | 1,946 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 9,646 | 78 | 1,948 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 9,404 | 0 | 2,208 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 8,376 | 968 | 1,057 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 6,788 | -137 | 1,883 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 5,066 | -325 | 1,530 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 4,045 | -395 | 1,402 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 3,810 | -174 | 1,247 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 3,451 | -250 | 1,266 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 3,325 | -300 | 1,288 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 3,368 | -730 | 1,534 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 2,852 | -897 | 1,584 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 2,311 | -878 | 1,496 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 2,111 | -820 | 1,458 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,677 | -106 | 1,128 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 2,218 | 16 | 1,121 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 2,524 | 115 | 1,239 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 3,286 | 277 | 1,259 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 3,603 | 464 | 1,360 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 3,600 | 336 | 1,381 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 3,570 | 404 | 1,350 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 3,013 | 339 | 1,311 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 2,681 | -945 | 1,934 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 2,473 | -915 | 2,064 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 2,361 | -1,051 | 2,035 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 1,957 | -1,255 | 2,102 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 1,863 | -1,679 | 2,628 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 1,652 | -1,511 | 2,467 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 1,527 | -1,519 | 2,488 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,482 | -1,429 | 2,538 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 1,862 | -2,597 | 3,651 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 1,621 | -2,783 | 3,581 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 1,559 | -3,009 | 3,721 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 1,610 | -3,252 | 3,779 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 3,032 | -341 | 1,092 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CHAMS has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: CHAMS's current net profit margins (4.2%) are higher than last year (3.1%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CHAMS has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 60.4% per year.
Accelerating Growth: CHAMS's earnings growth over the past year (62.3%) exceeds its 5-year average (60.4% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: CHAMS earnings growth over the past year (62.3%) exceeded the Software industry -10.7%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: CHAMS's Return on Equity (3.5%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/06 23:41 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/06 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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