LONDON, UK: Aptitude Software Group plc (LSE: APTD), a leading provider of finance transformation software solutions, has released its audited financial results for the year ended December 31, 2023. The company reported a solid financial performance with a notable increase in annual recurring revenue and profits, alongside strategic progress in its operations.

Financial Highlights:

• Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) increased by 2% to £51.1 million, up from £50.2 million in 2022.
• Total Revenue remained stable at £74.7 million, despite an 11% decrease in non-recurring revenue.
• Recurring Revenue grew by 6% to £53.4 million, now representing 71% of total revenue.
• Adjusted Operating Profit saw a significant rise of 29% to £9.7 million.
• Basic Earnings per Share jumped by 60% to 7.2p.
• The company’s balance sheet remained strong with cash and cash equivalents at £34.1 million and net funds at £22.7 million.
• The Final Ordinary Dividend per Share was maintained at 3.6p, with a Full Year Ordinary Dividend of 5.4p per share.

Strategic Developments:

• Aptitude appointed a new executive team from within, signaling a shift towards delivering an intelligent finance data management and accounting platform.
• The company’s Fynapse platform is poised to capitalize on the global opportunity for AI autonomous finance, supported by strategic partnerships.
• A share buyback programme of up to £20 million over three years was announced, reflecting the company’s strong balance sheet and commitment to shareholder returns.

The company’s focus on high-quality, recurring revenue streams and strategic realignment under the new leadership team positions it well to leverage the growing demand for autonomous finance solutions.

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