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Metal Powder Works Limited reported a substantial increase in its half-year loss to $3.7 million, driven by investments in production scaling and market expansion. Revenue more than doubled, reflecting strong demand in defence, aerospace, and nuclear sectors.

MyEco Group has reported a 38% improvement in profit before tax and a 51% rise in normalised EBITDA for the first half of FY26, driven by operational restructuring and targeted sales growth. The company’s refreshed leadership team and strategic priorities set the stage for further expansion in sustainable packaging markets.

VEEM Ltd posted a significant half-year loss of $19.5 million, driven by a 30% revenue decline and a $24.8 million impairment on gyro product development. Despite setbacks, new product launches and US defence market progress offer a hopeful outlook.

Big River Industries has posted a $1.4 million profit for the half-year ending December 2025, reversing a substantial loss from the previous year, while completing a strategic acquisition in Perth.

Magontec Limited reported a net loss of $5.4 million for 2025 on a 10.9% drop in revenue, yet net tangible assets per share rose significantly to 76 cents.

Amaero Ltd has announced plans to re-domicile from Australia to the United States, aiming to tap into larger capital markets and position itself for a potential US IPO by late 2026 or early 2027. The move retains its ASX listing while opening doors to broader investor pools and strategic growth opportunities.

Waterco Limited reported a modest revenue decline but delivered a strong 13% rise in net profit after tax for the half year ended December 2025, driven by improved margins and operational efficiencies. The company declared a 7 cent fully franked interim dividend and is advancing its manufacturing footprint in Malaysia.

VEEM Limited reports half-year revenue close to guidance with improved cash flow, offset by a significant $24.8 million non-cash impairment tied to its gyro product upgrade. The transition to the new Mark III gyro design has temporarily stalled sales as customers await delivery.

Adrad Holdings reported a modest revenue rise and a dip in statutory profit for the half-year ending December 2025, while its Heat Transfer Solutions segment showed robust growth. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend, reflecting confidence amid ongoing restructuring.

Schaffer Corporation’s first half FY26 profit fell sharply due to a Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack disrupting production, while its South Connect Jandakot property development breaks ground.

Schaffer Corporation Limited reported a significant 61% drop in net profit and a 17% decline in revenue for the half-year ended December 2025, impacted by operational disruptions and softer market conditions. Despite the downturn, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 45 cents per share.

RWC’s H1 FY26 results reveal a 4.6% sales decline and a 22.5% drop in adjusted EBITDA, largely due to US tariffs and regional market pressures. The company is countering challenges by opening a new manufacturing facility in Mexico and expects modest sales recovery in H2 FY26.