Seeka updates full year guidance and declares dividend

Seeka updates full year guidance and declares dividend Seeka Limited [NZX:SEK] advises that is has lifted its forecast full year earnings guidance at a profit before tax level from between $17.0m and $21.0m to between $21.0m and $25.0m. The forecast range compares to a loss of $21.0m in the 2023 financial year. The improved forecast reflects enactment of a clear strategy, excellent fruit quality and performance, efficiencies and margins across the business. Alongside the second guidance upgrade for the year, the Board of Seeka has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share. This dividend of $0.10 per share will be paid on 20 January 2025, with a record date of 20 December 2024. This dividend will be imputed to the maximum available. The Dividend Reinvestment Plan will apply, with a 2% discount, for shareholders that participate or join the plan before 23 December 2024. Michael Franks, Seeka Chief Executive, advises that the Company has achieved a good year. The guidance range indicates record operational earnings for Seeka, and key covenant ratios are well within their long-term range. While there is a drive to continue reduce debt, the Company considered a distribution to shareholders appropriate. The full year dividend is normally paid in April. This year the full year dividend has been varied to provide a quicker restoration of dividends and provide an earlier return on investment to Seeka’s shareholders. Release ends. For further information please contact: Michael Franks Seeka Chief Executive Officer +64 21 356516 Nick Reynolds Acting Seeka Chief Financial Officer +64 27 3759600