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Auna Q2 results show revenue growth, cash flow expansion, and leverage improvement

Aug 18, 2026, 4:59 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong top-line growth and cash-flow acceleration support near-term multiple expansion, despite EBITDA headwinds from service mix and Peru penalties; improving leverage provides optionality for deleveraging catalysts.

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Auna reported 2Q26 revenue of S/1,238 million, up 9% FXN (13% YoY), as volumes recovered in Mexico and growth accelerated in Peru and Colombia. Adjusted EBITDA declined 9% FXN due to service mix and Peru penalties, but operating cash flow surged 45% while free cash flow jumped 181%, supporting a leverage ratio of 3.6x. The company reaffirmed 2026 guidance with roughly 12% FX-neutral revenue growth and a 4% capex target of revenue, signaling a pathway toward deleveraging.

2Q26 revenue rose 9% FXN to S/1,238m, +13% YoY.
Adjusted EBITDA 227m, down 9% FXN; margin 18.4%.
OCF up 45% YoY; FCF up 181% YoY; leverage 3.6x.
Surgeries 21,912 (+5.2%); hospital days 135,107 (+5%); Chemo/RT +15%.
Guidance reaffirmed: revenue ~12% FX-neutral growth; Capex ~4% of revenue.

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