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Viva Energy posted a robust half-year profit of $452 million, powered by soaring refining margins and resilient retail and industrial sales, while managing a significant fire at its Geelong Refinery.

Desert Minerals has delivered a maiden JORC Mineral Resource Estimate for its Scotty Lithium Project in Nevada, outlining a substantial lithium clay deposit of 264.9 million tonnes at 1,006 ppm lithium, alongside a sizeable Exploration Target that hints at further growth.

Scentre Group reported a 24.6% jump in half-year profit to $974.5 million despite an 8.3% dip in revenue, driven by strategic sales and robust leasing activity. The group upgraded its full-year FFO and distribution guidance, highlighting a confident outlook.

Jcurve Solutions (ASX:JCS) posted a significant financial turnaround in FY2026, with revenue climbing 16.3% to $13.28 million and normalised EBITDA more than doubling to $1.88 million, underpinned by disciplined cost control and recurring revenue growth.

Carindale Property Trust (ASX: CDP) reported a robust 50.7% jump in net profit for FY26, boosted by a $25.6 million property revaluation gain, alongside an 8.8% rise in funds from operations and a 5% lift in distributions.

Verbrec has landed $16 million in new contracts spanning engineering, construction, and cyber security services for gas infrastructure, reinforcing its role in Australia's energy security amid looming supply challenges.

XPON Technologies (ASX: XPN) posted a $1.1 million positive EBITDA in FY26 on 38% revenue growth, shedding Alpha Digital and selling its Google Marketing business to focus on its Wondaris AI platform.

Tyro Payments delivered a robust FY26 with profit before tax up 40%, driven by growth in payments and banking, alongside strategic expansion via the Thriday acquisition and new CEO Nigel Lee’s leadership.

Coles Group reported a 2.8% rise in FY26 sales revenue to $45.58 billion, driven by supermarket growth and digital gains, while navigating $235 million in regulatory provisions.

MyState Limited posted a 58% rise in statutory net profit after tax to $56.2 million for FY26, boosted by integration progress and strong portfolio growth. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 12.5 cents per share, marking a 3-cent increase for the year.

OD6 Metals has recalibrated its Horseshoe fluorspar grades upward by nearly 13% following a re-assay program, confirming exceptional high-grade mineralisation near surface at its Quinn Project in Nevada.

Caprice Resources has reported significant drilling success at its Island Gold Project, extending gold mineralisation at the Vadrians deposit both along strike and at depth. The results highlight a structurally controlled system with ongoing exploration potential.

Scentre Group’s half-year profit jumped 24.6% to $974.5 million despite a revenue dip, driven by strong property valuations and operational growth. The group raised full-year earnings and distribution forecasts while advancing key redevelopment projects and strategic land initiatives.

3P Learning reports a statutory net profit of $9.9 million and a 26% rise in underlying EBITDA to $19.5 million for FY26, declaring a 3.52 cent dividend after more than a decade.

South32 has boosted the Sierra Gorda copper mine’s Ore Reserves by 61%, extending its reserve life by five years to 2045, underpinned by extensive infill drilling and a planned processing expansion.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) reported a record first half in 2026 with revenue soaring 283% to A$168.8 million, driven by the MARSS acquisition and expanding defence contracts. The order book jumped 84% to A$846 million, underpinning a bullish outlook amid a global defence spending surge.

Westgold Resources outlines a $100 million brownfields expansion to raise Meekatharra processing capacity to 2.9Mtpa, aiming to add 47,000 ounces of annual gold production by FY28 and lift project NPV by up to $1.6 billion at spot gold prices.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals’ partner Acadia Pharmaceuticals secured European Commission approval for DAYBU (trofinetide) to treat Rett syndrome symptoms in patients aged five and older, marking the first EU-authorised treatment for this condition.

Centrepoint Alliance reported a 24% jump in net profit to $6.4 million for FY26, underpinned by a 16% rise in EBITDA and advances in artificial intelligence initiatives. The company declared a steady fully franked dividend of 1.75 cents per share and expanded its salaried advice business through acquisitions.

Woodside Energy delivered a strong first half in 2026, with revenue up 13% to $7.45 billion, net profit after tax reaching $1.67 billion, and key LNG and oil projects advancing on schedule. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 57 US cents per share amid ongoing global market volatility.

Acusensus posted a 45% jump in FY26 revenue to $86.2 million, driven by major contract wins in New Zealand and the US, alongside robust domestic expansions. Despite a widened net loss due to a $16 million litigation settlement, adjusted EBITDA climbed 49%, reflecting operational momentum and strategic investments.

Big River Industries (ASX:BRI) reversed a $14.8 million loss in FY25 to a $4.9 million profit in FY26, driven by margin expansion and the acquisition of Johns Building Supplies. The group targets double-digit EBITDA growth in FY27 amid mixed market conditions.

SkinKandy posted a strong debut full year as a listed company, growing revenue to $90.2 million and net profit to $9 million, both ahead of Prospectus expectations, driven by aggressive store expansion and robust same-store sales.

Austin Engineering's FY26 results reveal a 12.7% revenue drop and a 53.7% EBITDA decline, driven by operational setbacks in the Americas and a loss-making Chile contract. Improved cash flow and safety metrics offer a silver lining as the company embarks on a reset for FY27.