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AGL Energy management presented the company’s FY26 H1 financial results and strategic roadmap to investors and analysts during a formal briefing in Sydney on February 12, 2025, to address market expectations regarding its stable EBITDA performance and ongoing energy transition. The presentation highlighted the Australian energy giant's resilience in a volatile market, confirming that earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) remained consistent with prior forecasts. This stability is attributed to optimized portfolio management and a disciplined approach to wholesale pricing despite the broader structural shifts currently impacting the Australian National Electricity Market. Following the disclosure of the first-half results, the company detailed its progress on the 'Climate Transition Plan,' which focuses on phasing out coal-fired power stations in favor of renewable energy hubs. AGL’s leadership emphasized that the current financial stability provides the necessary capital to fund large-scale battery storage projects and firming capacity, which are critical as the Liddell and Muswellbrook sites transition into integrated industrial energy parks. The strategic update reassured shareholders that the company is balancing its legacy asset management with the aggressive capital expenditure required for decarbonization. Furthermore, the presentation shed light on the company's customer growth strategies and operational efficiency gains. AGL reported a steady increase in consumer accounts and a reduction in underlying operating costs, which helped offset the inflationary pressures affecting the global energy sector. In the Q&A session, executives noted that while the transition presents logistical challenges, the FY26 H1 performance serves as a foundational milestone for the company’s long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2035. The market responded cautiously to the news, as analysts continue to monitor the impact of government regulatory changes on future retail margins.