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XRF Scientific (ASX:XRF) is a niche laboratory equipment and consumables manufacturer that small-cap managers regard as a steady compounder. In August 2026, NAOS Asset Management described XRF as a globally recognised supplier to mining and industrial laboratories in more than 80 countries, with growth levers across new products, distribution and acquisitions. Merewether Capital reported FY26 revenue of $64.4 million and profit of $12.1 million, up 8% and 15%, and Seneca highlighted 26% compound annual profit growth over five years. XRF Scientific operates in the Industrials sector within the Machinery industry, and Thesis Tracker has captured 15 comments from 6 fund managers, including NAOS, Merewether and Seneca. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Osborne Park, Perth, XRF Scientific manufactures fusion equipment, platinum labware and chemical consumables used for sample preparation and analysis in mining, cement and industrial laboratories worldwide.
Company figures as of 15 Oct 2026. For information only.
Fund managers including Mereweather Capital, Elston Asset Management, NAOS Asset Management, Merewether Capital, Seneca Financial Solutions and Naos Asset Management have invested in XRF Scientific Limited (ASX:XRF).
NAOS highlights growth through new products, distribution channels and acquisitions, including the purchase of Bruker's Combustion Gas Analysis business, while Merewether notes strong results from Precious Metals and Capital Equipment and a re-acceleration in revenue growth. Seneca points to a long record of profit growth.
The available commentary is largely positive, though Merewether noted a slower first half before growth recovered, and demand is linked to mining and industrial laboratory activity.
XRF Scientific Ltd., founded in 1972 and headquartered in Osborne Park, Australia, manufactures and markets specialized products for the scientific and analytical industries. The company operates through three segments: Capital Equipment, which provides automated fusion equipment, furnaces, and laboratory instruments; Precious Metals, focused on laboratory and platinum alloy markets; and Consumables, which supplies chemicals and analytical laboratory materials. XRF Scientific serves professional sectors by integrating design, manufacturing, and service capabilities to deliver essential analytical equipment and materials globally.
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11,356 comments from 164 managers on 761 companies, snapshot 15 Oct 2026.