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EOG Resources posted a stronger third quarter, with production reaching 1.433 million barrels of oil equivalent per day and year-to-date free cash flow rising to US$6.468 billion. Lower net leverage and continued shareholder returns add to the appeal, although the company remains exposed to volatile oil and gas prices.

Microchip Technology delivered a stronger-than-expected fiscal second quarter, with sales up 42.2% and earnings above its own guidance. The chipmaker expects seasonal softness in the December quarter, but says demand, bookings and design wins remain firm.

Live Nation delivered a record third quarter as revenue climbed 19% to US$10.1 billion and attendance surged worldwide. International markets supplied most of the growth in fans and ticketing, while the company raised its 2026 attendance expectations and accelerated venue investment.

Devon Energy delivered US$2.0 billion of adjusted free cash flow in the third quarter and plans to accelerate buybacks after its Eagle Ford sale. The company also raised its merger synergy targets and offered an initial 2027 production and capital outlook.

James Hardie delivered a sharp rebound in second-quarter profitability, with continuing-operations sales up 24% and adjusted EBITDA up 44%. The building products group reaffirmed its FY27 earnings guidance, lifted its free cash flow target above US$650 million and accelerated debt reduction.

Akamai delivered solid third-quarter revenue growth, led by a 34% jump in Cloud Infrastructure Services, but profitability and margins declined. The company is now projecting a sharp acceleration in 2027 and revenue above US$7 billion in 2028.

Simon Property Group delivered stronger operating metrics in the third quarter, lifting its full-year Real Estate FFO guidance and quarterly dividend. The result was tempered by lower GAAP earnings after non-cash mark-to-market losses.

Solventum has raised its full-year adjusted earnings forecast after a third quarter shaped by the expected reversal of ERP-related advance orders. The healthcare technology company also completed its major system cutovers and reported strong growth in Advanced Wound Care.

Wynn Resorts’ third-quarter profit fell sharply as revenue declined across Las Vegas, Macau and Boston. A US$0.25 dividend and ongoing buybacks provide shareholder returns, but the group is carrying substantial debt while funding its UAE expansion.

Airbnb delivered a stronger third quarter, with revenue, bookings and profitability all accelerating, while lifting its full-year 2026 outlook and authorising a further US$12 billion share repurchase program. The company is also positioning AI, hotels and travel services as the next leg of growth.

Briscoe Group delivered its fourth consecutive quarter of positive sales growth, while online trading and sporting goods helped offset a cautious consumer environment. The retailer now expects full-year reported net profit after tax of up to $55 million, although distribution centre and SAP investment costs continue to weigh on earnings.

Locate Technologies has arranged A$3.0 million of drawn senior debt and a A$1.0 million convertible note to repay its PURE Asset Management facility ahead of maturity. The refinancing removes the immediate repayment deadline, but leaves the company with substantial interest costs and potential equity dilution.