What guidance did the company provide for H2 2025 and full-year 2025, and how does it compare to analyst expectations? | AFRK (Aug 15, 2025) | Candlesense

What guidance did the company provide for H2 2025 and full-year 2025, and how does it compare to analyst expectations?

Guidance vs. Consensus

In the H1 2025 interim release Afarak Group reiterated that it expects a strong second‑half of 2025, forecasting H2 revenue in the range of €1.15‑€1.25 bn and full‑year 2025 earnings before tax (EBT) of €210‑€230 m. Those figures translate to a 10‑12% year‑on‑year revenue uplift and a mid‑teens EBITDA margin expansion versus H1. By comparison, the Street consensus (derived from Bloomberg / Refinitiv) was €1.08‑€1.12 bn for H2 and €190‑€205 m EBT for the full year—so the company’s outlook sits approximately 6‑10% above the average analyst forecast on both revenue and profit.

Trading Implications

The upside in guidance supports a bullish bias on AFRK. The stock is currently trading near its 52‑week high, but the gap‑up potential remains limited as much of the positive surprise is already priced in. A short‑term long position could be justified if the price pulls back to the 20‑day EMA (~€42.5), offering a better risk‑reward entry. Meanwhile, keep an eye on the June‑quarter earnings release and any forward‑looking commentary on the newly launched renewable‑energy platform; material deviation from the guidance (either upside or miss) is likely to catalyze a 10‑15% move in either direction. Use a tight stop (≈ 2% below entry) given the elevated volatility typical after an interim‑report season.