Comba Telecom Systems Holdings Limited (STC) on Aug, 20 2026 released its unaudited results for the six months ended Jun, 30 2026.

Group revenue held steady at about S$2,199.6 million, compared with S$2,199.2 million a year earlier.

Gross profit increased 8.8 % year on year to S$706.1 million, lifting the gross margin to 32.1 % from 29.5 %.

Profit attributable to shareholders fell 10.6 % to S$55.2 million from S$61.8 million in the prior-year period.

Research and development expenses rose 11.7 % to S$180.8 million, sales and distribution costs grew 7.0 % to S$195.3 million, while administrative expenses increased 13.1 % to S$154.9 million. Financing costs declined 18.1 % to S$16.3 million.

The board declared an interim dividend of S$0.0026 per share, with a record date of Sep, 04 2026 and payment slated for Sep, 15 2026. Share transfers must be lodged by Aug, 25 2026 to qualify.

During the period the company repurchased 8.232 million shares for a total of S$10.9 million, which are held as treasury shares. As at Jun, 30 2026, the company had 3,134.0 million shares in issue, including treasury shares.

Looking ahead, management said it will continue to invest in research and development and strengthen its global market presence to capture emerging opportunities.