Aptitude Software Group PLC has issued a bullish trading update, projecting double-digit operating profit growth for the first half of 2025 compared to H1 2024. The company also reaffirmed that full-year 2025 revenues are expected to be broadly in line with board expectations, underscoring confidence in its ongoing strategic shift toward a partner-first, SaaS-led model.
The London-listed finance transformation software provider is riding high on the success of its flagship platform Fynapse, which has seen a surge in client adoption and pipeline expansion. The group’s recurring revenue base continues to strengthen, with Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) climbing to £52.1 million in FY 2024, up 2% year-on-year.
Key Highlights
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H1 2025 Operating Profit: Expected to show double-digit growth over H1 2024
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FY 2025 Revenue Outlook: On track to meet board expectations
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Fynapse Momentum: Pipeline value increased 10x since July 2023; 70% sourced via strategic partners
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Client Wins: Major contracts secured with T-Mobile, KPMG, Chubb, and a Top 10 US Health Insurer
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Partner Strategy: Transition to partner-led implementation driving scalability and margin expansion
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Recurring Revenue Proportion: Rose to 78% in FY 2024 from 71% in FY 2023
Strategic Outlook
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CEO Alex Curran emphasized that Aptitude’s transformation is “deliberate and built for long-term value creation.” The company is accelerating its shift away from in-house services to partner-led execution, aiming to tap into a £3 billion+ market opportunity in AI-powered finance solutions.
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Despite a slight dip in total revenue in FY 2024 to £70 million (from £74.7 million), the group’s adjusted operating profit rose to £9.9 million, and EPS climbed 22% to 8.8p, reflecting improved efficiency and cost control.
Sources: Aptitude Software Annual Report 2024, Investegate, Yahoo Finance, Sharecast