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BlueScope Steel posted a remarkable 857% jump in reported NPAT to $802 million for FY2026, underpinned by strong US spreads, cost discipline, and growth in value-added steel products. The company declared record dividends and advanced key decarbonisation projects, signaling a confident transition from investment to shareholder returns.

The GPT Group reported a solid first half in 2026, posting 5% growth in funds from operations and expanding its assets under management to $41.6 billion. Major development projects and capital initiatives underpin its steady momentum.

Marlin Global delivered a robust 3.1% gross portfolio return in July 2026, significantly outpacing its benchmark which fell 3.6%, thanks to strategic semiconductor underweighting and strong gains in tech giants Microsoft, Dexcom, and Amazon.

Freightways reported a solid FY26 with 13.5% revenue growth to NZD 1.46 billion and a 17.3% rise in net profit, underpinned by strong Australian market gains and operational efficiencies despite economic headwinds.

Mangawhai Collective aims to boost its stake in Bremworth from 19.73% to a controlling interest by offering NZD 0.90 per share for nearly 44% of outstanding shares, subject to conditions and shareholder precommitments.

The a2 Milk Company posted a 12.4% rise in FY26 revenue to NZ$1.975 billion, but net profit from continuing operations fell 5.8% amid supply chain disruptions in China. The company declared a $300 million special dividend and expects mid single-digit revenue growth in FY27.