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FY2026 H1 RESULTS PRESENTATION 12 November 2025 Delivering critical connections
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AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS AND OPERATIONAL REVIEW MARKET AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE STRATEGIC UPDATE SUMMARY AND OUTLOOK Q & A Nat Rothschild Chief Executive Officer Jon Boaden Chief Financial Officer Nat Rothschild Nat Rothschild 2
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Board changes to realise strategic ambitions Dave Webster appointed as Non-Executive chairman • Currently Chief Executive Officer of CPM, a global leader in advanced process automation equipment • Previously CEO of Electrical Components International (ECI) for over 20 years, transforming it into a global leader with >$1 billion revenue Nat Rothschild moves into Chief Executive Officer position • Recognises Nat’s day-to-day leadership in customer engagement and strategic direction • Builds on a decade of experience leading and growing the organisation • Reflects his ability to develop talent and build strong stakeholder relationships 3 Highly experienced leaders backed by established senior team with strong track record of delivery Dave Webster Non-Executive Chairman Nat Rothschild Chief Executive Officer Jon Boaden Chief Financial Officer John Molloy Chief Operating Officer
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H1 FY2026 highlights Continued strong profitable growth in challenging market backdrop • Ongoing growth as we broaden our EV offering • Advanced data centre products continue to see strong demand Successfully delivering our clear, well-defined strategy: • Leading precision manufacturing partner to global technology companies • Operating in attractive markets with structural growth drivers Our global agility positions us to benefit from ongoing supply chain shifts • Evolving footprint is delivering customer traction as well as efficiencies • Winning new business and deepening existing relationships Making excellent progress towards our five-year plan of $1.2bn of revenue Revenue $583.9m Organic revenue growth +13.0% Underlying operating profit $57.2m Underlying operating margin 9.8% 4
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Volex: Precision manufacturing partner Scalable global manufacturing enabling customers at the frontier of technology Customer-centric operational agility Enduring customer partnerships Engineering and process expertise Consumer Electricals Electric Vehicles Off-Highway Complex Industrial T echnology Medical Key markets Core strengths Reliability that earns trust Critical connection point Quality at every stage 5
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Delivering sustainable value creation $368m $320m $322m $372m $391m $443m $615m $723m $913m $1,087m FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 $7.2m $9.1m $11.5m $21.6m $31.6m $42.9m $56.2m $67.3m $89.7m $106.2m FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 2.0% 2.8% 3.6% 5.8% 8.1% 9.7% 9.1% 9.3% 9.8% 9.8% FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 1.5c 9.5c 9.2c 13.1c 18.2c 32.1c 26.9c 30.2c 33.7c 36.3c FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 Revenue Operating Profit Operating Margin Underlying Basic EPS 6
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MARKET AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
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Sustained strong financial performance $583.9m $518.2m $397.5m H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 H1 FY2024 Revenue $57.2m $47.6m $37.4m H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 H1 FY2024 9.8% 9.2% 9.4% H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 H1 FY2024 13.0% 9.7% 4.2% H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 H1 FY2024 20.2% 19.6% 20.5% H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 H1 FY2024 19.7 p 15.2 p 14.9 p H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 H1 FY2024 Underlying operating profit Underlying operating margin Organic revenue growth Return on capital employed Underlying basic EPS 8
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Electric Vehicles Deeply embedded with advanced OEMs - we learn faster and solve engineering challenges earlier - winning new programmes and creating sustainable growth. Positioned at the frontier of electrification, solving our customers’ technology challenges. 19% CAGR $45m $69m $57m $80m $90m H1 FY22 H1 FY23 H1 FY24 H1 FY25 H1 FY26 35% 30% 19% 16% Complex HV connectors External charging Grid cords Accessories & Other 15% 13.1% organic growth Ramp up of a vertically integrated programme for a European customer Additional specialist manufacturing opportunities within the EV supply chain Diversifying range of products and new customers Current trends 9 Group revenue
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0% CAGR 6.3% organic decline relative to a stronger comparative in H1 FY25 Focus on opportunities for domestic appliance harnesses New harness project to ramp up in second half of the year Increased competitive pressures in European markets Current trends $127m $138m $123m $132m $126m H1 FY22 H1 FY23 H1 FY24 H1 FY25 H1 FY26 Industrial & Other Domestic appliances IT & Electronics 22% 10 Consumer Electricals We’re the trusted source of power connections for the world’s best- known brands; power cords and harnesses that keep homes running safely and smoothly across the globe. Customers value quality and global fulfilment as much as price competitiveness. 62%18% 20% Group revenue
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5% CAGR Organic decline of 9.9% Softer demand in diagnostics markets in North America Medical market remains underpinned by strong structural growth drivers Customers influenced by tariff- related considerations Current trends $62m $67m $86m $82m $76m H1 FY22 H1 FY23 H1 FY24 H1 FY25 H1 FY26 34% 25% 18% 13% 10% Diagnostics Surgical Treatment Life science Medical device 13% 11 Medical We work with global medical pioneers developing technologies that change lives. From printed circuit board assembly (PCBa) to complete system integration and box build, we deliver power and data connectivity that make those innovations possible and safe. A vital market supporting our sustainable growth in the long term. Group revenue
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56% 23% 14% 7% 29% CAGR Overall organic growth of 48.2% Demand for high-speed cables driven by data-intensive artificial intelligence applications Securing new customer projects and creating cross- selling opportunities Robust growth across other industrial customer segments including building environmental solutions and defence Current trends $56m $75m $101m $105m $156m H1 FY22 H1 FY23 H1 FY24 H1 FY25 H1 FY26 Aerospace & Defence IT / Telecoms Commercial & Other Data centre 27% 12 Complex Industrial Technology We are trusted to support the world’s most mission-critical markets. Our technologies keep hyperscale data centres running without interruption, enabling the world’s leading tech companies to expand cloud, AI and computing capacity globally. In markets such as defence and aerospace, our solutions perform under extreme conditions, leaving no room for error. Group revenue
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Commercial & Other Agricultural Defence Construction Industrial 192% CAGR Organic growth of 20.1% Growth aided by H1 defence project Scaling Off-Highway offer in the North America region Construction markets remain subdued amid weak demand Current trends $2m $9m $31m $120m $137m H1 FY22 H1 FY23 H1 FY24 H1 FY25 H1 FY26 23% 13 Off-Highway We enable the world’s hardest-working machines to perform better today and evolve into electric, intelligent systems that define tomorrow. With innovative solutions, including ruggedised harnesses and overmoulding, our products withstand the harshest environments. 47% 24% 13% 10% 6% Group revenue
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Operating margins maintained within target range 14 H1 FY2025 Cost optimisation Product mix Growth investments Inflation Disposal / closure Foreign exchange H1 FY2026 Growth investments Continued targeted, customer-led investments to support long term growth Product mix Greater contribution from higher margin complex products Inflation Majority of inflationary impact comes from Türkiye, which has been well managed, with increased costs offset through efficiency savings or customer pass-through Foreign exchange With sales in USD and operating costs in a mix of local currencies, there has been a small FX loss 9.2% 0.7% 1.6% (0.7%) (1.1%) 0.5% (0.4%) 9.8% +60 bps
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Cash flow 15 Underlying EBITDA of $74m, +20% Increased revenue and margins Capex investment of $21m, 3.6% of revenue Investment in capacity and capability In line with guidance Working capital efficiency 25% of revenue growth required Increased inventory supporting customer relocation initiatives Cash conversion of 33% Cash conversion historically higher in H2 Annual one-off payments in H1 Interest and tax Increased average debt versus FY25 Lower tax payments due to timing Repayment of leases One-off exercise of option to purchase freehold land and buildings in Türkiye, previously leased $m H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 Underlying EBITDA 73.6 61.3 Net capital expenditure (21.3) (26.4) Underlying working capital (32.4) (32.2) Other incl. pension (0.8) - Underlying cash from operations less capex 19.1 2.7 Cash conversion 33.4% 5.7% Net interest and tax (14.3) (14.2) Underlying Free Cash Flow 4.8 (11.5) Acquisitions, net of issue of shares - (1.5) Dividends (5.3) (6.3) Repayment of leases (18.7) (5.5) Purchase of shares (0.3) (4.6) Other (4.3) (3.8) Movement in net debt (before operating leases) (23.8) (33.2) Covenant net debt : EBITDA ratio 1.1x 1.3x
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STRATEGIC UPDATE
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Performance demonstrating our strategy 17 Market leadership in structural growth sectors Disciplined acquisitions to drive growth Focused investment to differentiate Embedded relationships through adding value Agile, decentralised culture
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Doubled size of key facility in Mexico, creating flagship location – expected to ramp up strongly Automation and vertical integration providing enhanced control and ensuring competitiveness Increased capabilities in EV, expanding product range beyond grid cords Moved from 100Gbps Data Centre cables to 800Gbps and higher Trebled size of Indonesian flagship location – now almost filled 18 Strategic investment driving organic growth
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ON TRACK TO DELIVER FIVE- YEAR PLAN TARGETS On-track to deliver five-year plan to FY2027 Revenue $1,200m Underlying operating profit 19 Underlying operating margin 9-10% ON TRACK ON TRACK $722.8m $912.8m $1,086.5m $1,200.0m FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2027 target 9.3% 9.8% 9.8% FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 FY2027 target FY2027 target
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20 SUMMARY AND OUTLOOK
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Summary and outlook Continued focus on long term value creation and strongly placed to achieve five-year plan targets Summary 21 Outlook % Excellent results in tough markets Strong revenue growth Margins towards upper end of target range Maintained strong balance sheet Solid start to H2 Well-positioned to successfully navigate global trade and tariff uncertainty On track to meet full-year market expectations H2 revenues expected to be broadly in line with H1
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22 Q&A
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23 APPENDICES
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End-markets 24 15% 22% 13% 27% 23% WHAT THE WORLD DEMANDS Government support Increased adoption Broadened range of models Affordable and accessible options Improved charging infrastructure ELECTRIC VEHICLES THE VALUE WE BRING Vertically integrated solutions Customised application-specific solutions Regional and country- specific certifications OUR KEY PRODUCTS Grid cords Faster charging Public infrastructure Specialised high-voltage connectors Licenced NACS manufacturer FORWARD TRENDS Rapid expansion of Chinese EV market Emerging and evolving user needs Electric car sales as percentage of new car sales set to grow to over 40% in 2030 (from 20% in 2024)1 CONSUMER ELECTRICALS WHAT THE WORLD DEMANDS Consumers seek out reliable, energy efficient solutions with a longer lifespan Development of smart appliances due to advancements in AI and virtual and augmented reality THE VALUE WE BRING Global manufacturing footprint to support customers Cost competitive products through automation, continuous improvement and vertical integration OUR KEY PRODUCTS Custom wiring and cable harnesses, power cords and power products which are used in a broad range of everyday electronic devices and appliances FORWARD TRENDS T echnological advancements and sustainability concerns expected to transform consumer electronics Expected market CAGR over five years of 5%1 1 Source: International Energy Agency, Global EV Outlook 2025 1 Source: Statista research on global consumer electronics 2025-2029 OFF-HIGHWAY ELECTRIC VEHICLES CONSUMER ELECTRICALS MEDICAL COMPLEX INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
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25 WHAT THE WORLD DEMANDS Demand for cloud computing, big data and digital transformation Next-generation cable solutions Advanced technologies and automation COMPLEX INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY THE VALUE WE BRING Integrated solutions In-house production of critical components Precision, quality and efficiency Research and development of next generation products OUR KEY PRODUCTS Broad range of complex interconnect solutions and power products High-speed pluggable copper cable assemblies Data Centre power cables and power cords FORWARD TRENDS Continued Data Centre momentum. Pipeline of new industrial projects Expected Data Centre market growth over five years of 16.0%1 Expected Aerospace market growth over six years of 4.2%2 OFF-HIGHWAY WHAT THE WORLD DEMANDS Increased urbanisation Ongoing advances in agricultural technology Environmentally sustainable and electrified solutions Global regulations around emissions and safety THE VALUE WE BRING Global expertise and integrated manufacturing capabilities Custom product design and prototypes Precision testing Innovative technologies and solutions OUR KEY PRODUCTS Custom wiring harnesses and cable assemblies Battery cables High level assemblies Printed circuit board assemblies FORWARD TRENDS Electrification of fleets Expected commercial vehicle market growth over ten years of 7%1 Expected agriculture equipment market growth over eight years of 8%2 WHAT THE WORLD DEMANDS Support for ageing population Earlier detection of medical conditions Increased demand for diagnostic tools and medical devices Robotic-assisted surgery MEDICAL THE VALUE WE BRING Highly experienced manufacturer Fully accredited medical manufacturing locations Medical standard quality processes provide traceability and quality assurance OUR KEY PRODUCTS Range of integrated manufacturing From printed circuit board assembly (PCBa) to complete system integration and box build FORWARD TRENDS Demand to begin normalising Medium-to-long-term outlook remains robust Expected market CAGR over five years of 5%1 1 Source: Statista research on global medical technology 2025-2029 1 Source: Boston Consulting Group on data centres 2023-2028 2 Source: Grandview Research on Aerospace Parts Manufacturing 2024-2030 1 Source: Fortune Business Insights research on commercial vehicles 2023 - 2032 2 Source: Fortune Business Insights research on agriculture equipment 2025-2032
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Adjusting items 26 $m H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 Acquisition-related costs 0.6 0.6 Acquisition-related remuneration 0.6 0.9 Cyber incident costs – 0.2 Site closure costs 2.0 – Amortisation of intangibles 4.8 6.7 T otal adjusting items 8.0 8.4 Share-based payments 2.6 2.6 T otal adjusting items and share-based payments before tax 10.6 11.0 Tax effect of adjusting items and share-based payments (2.5) (2.2) T otal adjusting items and share-based payments after tax 8.1 8.8
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Balance sheet 27 $m H1 FY2026 H1 FY2025 Goodwill and intangible assets 252.2 254.5 Property, plant and equipment 173.0 162.6 Investments 15.4 11.0 Inventories 233.6 209.4 Trade and other receivables 245.4 232.6 Trade and other payables (279.3) (283.1) Pensions and provisions (15.5) (12.5) Taxation (net) (18.2) (17.4) Operating lease liabilities (32.9) (50.2) Net debt (before operating lease liabilities) (151.2) (154.3) Net assets 422.5 352.6
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EV NACS Charging Cables and Plugs Charging Inlets, Adapters and User Interface Systems High Voltage Wire and Cable Harnesses High-Speed Copper Interconnect Data Transfer Cable Data Centre Power Cables and Power Cords Box Builds Electromechanical Assemblies PCBa Video Display Systems Embedded Systems Polymer Compounding Cable Extrusion Plugs Cord Reels Duckheads Facility PDU Whips Connectors and Receptacles High mix, low volume Manual, light weight stripping, crimping and sub-assembly Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions Data Centre and High-Speed Cables Integrated Manufacturing Services Cable Extrusion Power Cords, Plugs and Connectors Custom Cable Assembly and Wire Harness Product portfolio 28
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