Results season is one of the most high-stakes communication moments on the ASX calendar. Getting the delivery right matters just as much as getting the numbers right.
For ASX-listed companies, results season is far more than a financial reporting exercise. It is one of the most scrutinised communication moments of the year — a chance to speak directly to investors, analysts, media and employees about performance, strategy and the road ahead. How you deliver that message matters as much as the message itself.
The pressure is real. Disclosure deadlines are tight. Stakeholder expectations are high. And technical problems do not care that you are live to the market. This is not the moment to be troubleshooting a platform or hoping your speaker’s home internet holds up.
Having worked with ASX-listed companies through multiple results seasons, here is what we have learned about delivering ASX results announcements with clarity, confidence and control.
1. Start planning before the numbers are finalised
You do not need your final results to start locking in the logistics. In fact, waiting until the numbers are ready before thinking about delivery is one of the most common mistakes listed companies make. Results season is busy and production partners, platforms and time slots book out quickly.
Getting the format confirmed, the date locked in and the technical setup underway while your finance team finalises the report means everything is ready to go the moment you need it. There is no last-minute scramble, no compromises on quality and no risk of missing your window.
2. Choose the right format for your audience
Most companies choose a virtual format for results announcements, combining a webcast with dial-in teleconference access. This makes it easier for institutional investors, analysts, media and employees to engage live regardless of location — no one misses out because of where they are or what device they are on.
Getting the format right from the start means your audience can focus on what you are saying rather than how they are trying to connect. We help you select the right setup for your needs, including:
• Webcast streaming for a polished, broadcast-quality experience
• Phone access for analysts or media who prefer to dial in
• Live Q&A functionality so stakeholders can engage in real time
• Backup solutions in case of connectivity issues on the day
3. A dedicated solution outperforms an everyday meeting platform
Many companies default to the same platforms they use for internal meetings when it comes to results announcements. It is an understandable choice — familiar, accessible and already paid for. But an everyday meeting platform was not designed for the demands of a live market announcement.
ASX results announcements require broadcast-grade reliability, a branded and professional experience, integrated teleconference access and real-time Q&A management. When the market is watching, a pixelated stream or an unexpected technical failure is not just inconvenient. It undermines confidence in your organisation at exactly the moment you need that confidence to be high.
“When the market is watching, the delivery is part of the message. A polished, professional announcement signals that your organisation has its house in order.”
4. Transcripts matter more than most companies realise
A results announcement does not end when the session wraps up. Analysts go back over what was said. Journalists reference specific quotes. Investors who could not attend the live session want to read through the detail. Your own IR and legal teams may need an accurate record for compliance and disclosure purposes.
A professional transcript of your ASX results announcement is not a nice-to-have. For many listed companies it is an essential part of the post-event process. We provide accurate, searchable transcripts for every session we manage, which means your team has a reliable record of exactly what was communicated to the market — without having to replay a recording and type it up manually.
5. Rehearse — even when your speakers are experienced
Confident speakers who are very comfortable with their material still benefit from a technical run-through before a results announcement. The platform, the slide transitions, the Q&A process, the run sheet — all of it is worth walking through in advance, particularly if any of your speakers are joining remotely.
A remote speaker on a home connection with an unfamiliar microphone is one of the most common sources of technical issues during results season. A proper briefing and sound check ahead of time catches those problems before they become live issues in front of your investors.
6. The on-demand experience is as important as the live one
Not everyone can join your results announcement live. Investors in different time zones, analysts with conflicting schedules, journalists who need to verify details after filing — all of them will want access to your announcement after the fact. How you make that content available reflects on your organisation just as much as the live session did.
We provide edited on-demand recordings, post-event analytics and hosted replay options so your results content keeps working for you long after the live announcement has ended. Combined with a full transcript, you give your stakeholders everything they need to engage with your results on their own terms.
7. Book early — results season fills up fast
Results season is one of the busiest periods on the ASX calendar and production partners, platforms and technical teams book out quickly. If you are planning an ASX results announcement, the best time to lock in your support is well before the season begins.
We can hold a tentative slot while your internal approvals are being finalised, begin preparing your branded webcast environment in advance, and make sure everything is ready to go the moment your numbers are confirmed. The earlier you get in touch, the more options you have.
Loghic Events works with ASX-listed companies to deliver results announcements that are professional, reliable and compliant. From webcast and teleconference management to transcripts, Q&A moderation and on-demand recordings, we handle the delivery so your team can focus on the message. To learn more, contact us
Frequently asked questions
Your questions about results season delivery, answered.
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How far in advance should we book our results announcement support?
Ideally four to six weeks before your planned announcement date. Results season is busy and time slots fill quickly. We can hold a tentative booking while your internal approvals are being finalised so you do not miss out on your preferred date.
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Can you manage both webcast and teleconference access for the same event?
Yes — most of our results announcements include both. Your audience can join via browser or dial in by phone, and we make sure both experiences are professionally managed with the same level of quality and reliability.
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Why use a dedicated solution rather than an everyday meeting platform?
General meeting platforms are designed for internal use, not live market announcements. They lack the broadcast-grade reliability, branded experience, teleconference integration and professional Q&A management that a results announcement requires. When investors and analysts are watching, the quality of your delivery reflects directly on your organisation.
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Do you provide transcripts of the results announcement?
Yes. We provide accurate, searchable transcripts for every session we manage. These are useful for compliance and disclosure purposes, for IR and legal teams who need a reliable record of what was communicated, and for stakeholders who want to review the detail after the event.
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What happens if a speaker has technical issues on the day?
We provide live technical support throughout every results announcement. For remote speakers we run briefings and sound checks in advance to identify and resolve any issues before they become live problems. We also have backup solutions in place so that if something unexpected does happen, we can respond quickly and minimise disruption.
