Virtu Finance plc – Updated Financial Analysis Summary
Following last week's article detailing the performance of the S&P 500 index in 2025, it is worth devoting time to review the developments across the European equity markers in my last article of the year.
On 26 June 2026, Virtu Finance plc published an updated Financial Analysis Summary. The following are the main highlights of the expected financial performance and position of Virtu Maritime Limited (the Guarantor) in 2026:
- Revenues are expected to increase by 4.2% to €62.1 million compared to €59.6 million in the last financial year.
- Most of the income for FY2026 is forecasted to be generated from the ‘Ferry Service, Accommodation & Excursions’ segment which is expected to increase by 5% to €53.4million from €52.1 million last year. The Company is expecting to operate 1,646 trips between Malta and Sicily which is practically unchanged from last year. Meanwhile, income from Charter Hire segment is expected to increase by 21.3% to €7.02 million from €5.79 million in the previous year. Meanwhile, revenue from ‘Food & Beverage sales’ is forecasted to decrease by 2.1% to €1.67 million.
- EBITDA is projected to fall by 10.8% to €20.0 million compared to €22.4 million in FY2025.
- Net finance costs are forecasted to drop by 12.3% to €2.10 million during the current financial year driven by and expected 15.7% drop in bank borrowings to €25.3 million from €30.1 million in the previous year. As the drop in finance costs was offset by the decrease in EBITDA. The interest cover is anticipated to remain relatively unchanged at around 9.5 times.
- As a result of the reduction in bank borrowings, total debt is forecasted to drop by 8.4% (or €5.2 million) to €56.1 million when including €6.35 million in lease liabilities. Consequently, the gearing ratio (calculated as total debt divided by total debt plus equity) is anticipated to drop to 46.8% compared to 53.7% as at the end of 2025.
- When accounting for an expected cash balance of €13.0 million as at the end of 2026, the net debt is expected to fall by 10.3% (or €4.9 million) to €43.1 million. Therefore, the net debt to EBITDA multiple for FY2026 is anticipated to remain unchanged at 2.2 times.
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This article was produced by Edward Rizzo, Director at Rizzo Farrugia, which is a company licensed to undertake investment services in Malta by the MFSA under the Investment Services Act, Cap. 370 of the Laws of Malta and a member of the Malta Stock Exchange. The company’s registered address is at Airways House, Fourth Floor, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551, Malta.
The article contains public information only and is published solely for informational purposes. It should not be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any securities or related financial instruments. No representation or warranty, either expressed or implied, is provided in relation to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the information contained herein, nor is it intended to be a complete statement or summary of the securities, markets or developments referred to in this article. Rizzo, Farrugia & Co. (Stockbrokers) Ltd (“Rizzo Farrugia”) is under no obligation to update or keep current the information contained herein. Since the buying and selling of securities by any person is dependent on that person’s financial situation and an assessment of the suitability and appropriateness of the proposed transaction, no person should act upon any recommendation in this article without first obtaining investment advice. Rizzo Farrugia, its directors, the author of this article, other employees or clients may have or have had interests in the securities referred to herein and may at any time make purchases and/or sales in them as principal or agent. Furthermore, Rizzo Farrugia may have or have had a relationship with or may provide or has provided other services of a corporate nature to companies herein mentioned. Stock markets are volatile and subject to fluctuations which cannot be reasonably foreseen. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Foreign currency rates of exchange may adversely affect the value, price or income of any security mentioned in this article. Neither Rizzo Farrugia, nor any of its directors or employees accepts any liability for any loss or damage arising out of the use of all or any part of this article. Additional information can be made available upon request from Rizzo, Farrugia & Co. (Stockbrokers) Ltd., Airways House, Fourth Floor, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551. Telephone: +356 2258 3000; Email: info@rizzofarrugia.com; Website: www.rizzofarrugia.com © 2021 Rizzo, Farrugia & Co. (Stockbrokers) Ltd. All rights reserved. This article may not be reproduced or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Rizzo Farrugia. Moreover, Rizzo Farrugia accepts no liability whatsoever for the actions of third parties in this respect.
This article was produced by Edward Rizzo, Director at Rizzo Farrugia, which is a company licensed to undertake investment services in Malta by the MFSA under the Investment Services Act, Cap. 370 of the Laws of Malta and a member of the Malta Stock Exchange. The company’s registered address is at Airways House, Fourth Floor, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551, Malta.