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  "id": 16921720,
  "title": "IC Group at Planet MicroCap Showcase: Toronto 2026: scaling for profit",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/ic-group-at-planet-microcap-showcase-toronto-2026-scaling-for-profit",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-28T16:12:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
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    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/transcripts/ic-group-at-planet-microcap-showcase-toronto-2026-scaling-for-profit-93CH-4980199"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On October 28, 2026, IC Group presented its growth trajectory at the Planet MicroCap Showcase: Toronto 2026. The Canadian consumer engagement company highlighted its diverse business model with a focus on scaling for profit. IC Group reported a trailing 12-month revenue of approximately CAD 30 million, with 68% of revenue coming from recurring sources and over 70% of sales originating from international markets.\n\nDuring Q2 2025, the company experienced a 26% year-over-year revenue growth, with 97% of that growth being organic. IC Group processes more than 2 billion consumer engagements annually, generating 1.5 billion to 2 billion SMS messages each year. Management mentioned the company is on track to achieve positive adjusted EBITDA and is prioritizing profitable scaling over large acquisitions.\n\nIC Group comprises three main businesses: IC Engage, which handles promotions, loyalty, and fan engagement; Mobile Messaging, offering SMS and MMS aggregation and delivery; and Insurance, operating as a Lloyd's of London managing general agent. The company serves large enterprises, sports teams, and regulated industries with a focus on secure data handling.\n\nDuncan McCready, the CEO, emphasized IC Group's commitment to scaling a consumer engagement platform at scale, helping brands turn attention into active customers through rewards, incentives, and promotions. The company serves major brands, sports teams, and regulated industries requiring secure data management.\n\nManagement highlighted a mix of growth, recurring revenue, and improving profitability. IC Group had a trailing 12-month revenue of CAD 30 million, with Q2 2025 revenues growing by 26%, primarily organic. Recurring revenue accounted for 68% of total revenue, generating CAD 20.4 million. Over the past year, the company's revenue grew by more than 50%, with international sales making up more than 70% of total revenue.",
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