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NextEd Group Limited reported a 16.7% rise in underlying EBITDA and a 92% reduction in NPAT loss for H1 FY26, underpinned by AI integration and a strategic shift to higher-margin education segments.

EDU Holdings reports a robust 36% increase in total student enrolments for Trimester 1, 2026, driven by strong growth in its higher education arm, Ikon Institute. The company is strategically shifting focus towards higher education amid regulatory changes impacting recruitment.

Academies Australasia Group reported a 21% reduction in net loss for the half year to December 2025, alongside a strategic share buy-back and increased director lending. Despite a 6% revenue dip, EBITDA remained steady, signalling cautious operational resilience.

G8 Education’s 2025 full year results reveal significant occupancy challenges amid affordability pressures and sector confidence issues, alongside a $350 million goodwill impairment. Despite these hurdles, the company maintains a strong focus on child safety, operational discipline, and cautious capital management.

EDU Holdings has completed a selective buyback of 18 million shares, reducing its issued capital by 12.5% and aiming to boost earnings per share immediately.

Nido Education outlines the challenges facing Australia's early childhood sector amid demographic shifts and affordability pressures, while detailing its strategic response and upcoming capital management decisions.

G8 Education has announced a significant $350 million goodwill impairment for FY25, reflecting ongoing sector pressures. Despite this, the company maintains its EBIT guidance but suspends dividends and pauses its share buyback program.

Embark Early Education has removed major hurdles from its off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare, signalling stronger momentum towards acquisition.

Cluey Ltd has terminated its planned acquisition of Education Futures Group, the parent of Art of Smart, citing unmet conditions. The company remains focused on expanding its blended learning offerings and exploring new acquisition opportunities.

EDU Holdings Limited anticipates FY25 financial results near the top of its guidance, driven by strong revenue and profit growth from its higher education arm, Ikon Institute.

Mayfield Childcare Limited’s board has issued a Target’s Statement recommending shareholders reject Embark Early Education’s unsolicited takeover offer, citing undervaluation and significant risks. The offer, which includes a scrip or cash option, is seen as opportunistically timed amid Mayfield’s operational turnaround.

Embark Early Education Limited has initiated an off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited, offering shareholders a choice between scrip or cash consideration at a significant premium. The bid aims to consolidate operations and expand Embark’s footprint across Australia’s childcare sector.