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Li-S Energy narrows its loss to $1.21 million in H1 2026, propelled by a $7.8 million ARENA grant and key manufacturing milestones including Australia’s first lithium metal foil production line. Strategic defence and aerospace partnerships bolster its commercialisation drive.

Peter Warren Automotive Holdings reported a 3.2% revenue increase to $1.268 billion and more than doubled its profit after tax to $7.435 million in the first half of FY26, declaring a fully franked interim dividend of 3.0 cents per share.

Megaport Limited reported a robust 49% increase in Annual Recurring Revenue to A$338 million for H1 FY26, driven by organic growth and key acquisitions. The company raised its FY26 revenue guidance and delivered strong EBITDA growth while expanding its global footprint.

Ramsay Health Care is set to simplify its corporate structure by distributing its majority stake in European healthcare provider Ramsay Santé directly to shareholders, enabling focused growth strategies for both entities.

Intelligent Monitoring Group Limited has significantly reduced its half-year loss while increasing revenue and adjusted EBITDA, driven by organic growth and key acquisitions in Australia and New Zealand.

LaserBond Ltd has reported a robust first half of FY26, with revenue up 13.4% and net profit after tax more than doubling, underpinned by a significant licensing agreement with Komatsu and ongoing R&D investments.

Iron Road Ltd has announced a significant $96.5 million non-cash impairment charge on its Central Eyre Iron Project, reflecting a sharp reassessment of the asset’s value ahead of its half-year report.

Guzman y Gomez has reported a robust first half of FY26, delivering strong revenue and profit growth alongside significant restaurant network expansion in Australia and the US.

Ramelius Resources reports a statutory loss for H1 FY26 driven by Spartan acquisition expenses, yet underlying EBITDA rises on higher gold prices. Integration of Dalgaranga and progress on Rebecca-Roe signal growth ahead.

St Barbara Limited has increased its gold Mineral Resources by 1 million ounces to 7.9 million ounces as of December 2025, while reporting silver Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves for the first time at its Simberi Operations.

Aquirian Limited has reported a strong rebound to profitability in the half year ending December 2025, driven by robust revenue growth and strategic partnerships that position it for expansion in mining services.

PMET Resources has launched a C$137.7 million capital raising via a private flow-through share offer and concurrent placements to fund exploration and development of its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in Quebec.

Mineral Resources Limited reports a dramatic turnaround with a $573 million half-year profit, driven by Onslow Iron’s ramp-up and stronger lithium markets. The company reaffirms FY26 guidance amid strategic joint ventures and balance sheet strengthening.

Basin Energy's maiden drilling at the Sybella Barkly Project confirms a significant sediment-hosted rare earth element system alongside promising uranium mineralisation, setting the stage for expanded exploration in Queensland.

Asara Resources reports a significant 54m intercept at 2.3 g/t gold from its Massan deposit in Guinea, confirming a high-grade northeast structural extension and expanding the inferred resource footprint.

Perseus Mining reported a 5% revenue increase to US$608.5 million for the half-year ended December 2025, despite an 8% drop in net profit and a 26% decline in gold production. The company declared a steady interim dividend and outlined ongoing operational challenges and corporate restructuring.

Alliance Aviation Services reported a $105.8 million half-year loss driven by significant impairments on its Fokker fleet, even as revenue rose 7.9% on wet lease and aviation services growth. The company is executing a strategic turnaround including fleet renewal and operational realignment.

Reef Casino Trust has reported a 4.8% increase in revenue and a 6.4% rise in net profit for 2025, supported by strong casino and hotel performance. Meanwhile, a takeover bid at $3.87 per unit is underway, backed by major unitholders and recommended by the board.

EVZ Limited has reported a robust half-year financial performance, with revenue rising 16.5% to $63.1 million and net profit after tax surging 191% to nearly $2 million. The company’s disciplined cash management and improved margins underpin this growth.

QBE Insurance Group has reported its strongest financial performance in over a decade for 2025, with a 7% premium growth and a combined operating ratio improvement to 91.9%. The insurer also raised its dividend and announced a substantial share buyback, signaling confidence in sustained growth.

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT reports a robust first half FY26 with a 15% rise in underlying EBITDA and advances its SYD1 data centre expansion, maintaining positive full-year guidance despite currency headwinds.