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Acrux Limited has received a $3.04 million R&D Tax Incentive rebate for FY25 and fully repaid its short-term funding facility, underscoring its commitment to Australian pharmaceutical innovation.

Amplia Therapeutics has commenced dosing the first patient in its new pancreatic cancer trial combining narmafotinib with FOLFIRINOX chemotherapy, marking a key milestone in its drug development journey.

Island Pharmaceuticals has formally requested a Type C meeting with the US FDA to discuss accelerating approval of its antiviral Galidesivir for Marburg virus using the Animal Rule pathway.

Recce Pharmaceuticals reported a 21% increase in net loss to $21.4 million for FY2025, driven by intensified R&D spending. The company secured key regulatory approvals for Phase 3 trials of its lead anti-infective gel and bolstered its financial position with significant capital raises and grants.

Botanix Pharmaceuticals posted a sharp revenue increase driven by its new hyperhidrosis treatment Sofdra, yet reported a substantial net loss reflecting heavy investment in commercialisation. The company’s strong cash position underpins its path to profitability.

Firebrick Pharma reported a substantial increase in Nasodine Nasal Spray revenues in FY25, alongside a widening net loss driven by reduced R&D incentives and increased marketing investments. The company is advancing its international rollout with new licensing deals and board appointments.

Bioxyne Limited projects FY2026 revenue between $65 million and $75 million, driven by expansion in Australian medical cannabis and a landmark $5.8 million contract in Germany.

The Hydration Pharmaceuticals Company Limited reported a 55% reduction in half-year losses to $1.44 million, driven by strategic cost reductions and a sharpened focus on US e-commerce operations. Despite a 15% revenue decline, the company is banking on new product launches and retail expansion to fuel growth.

Mayne Pharma Group Limited reported a robust FY25 with a 5% revenue increase to A$408.1 million and a 105% surge in underlying EBITDA, driven by strong growth in Women’s Health and strategic acquisitions in Dermatology.

Mayne Pharma reported a robust 5% revenue increase to $408.1 million and more than doubled its underlying EBITDA to $47 million in FY25, driven by strong Women’s Health sales and strategic acquisitions in Dermatology.

Mayne Pharma reported a 5% revenue increase to $408.1 million for FY25 but posted a net loss of $93.8 million, narrowing from the prior year. The company’s planned acquisition by Cosette Pharmaceuticals faces legal hurdles, delaying completion.

Acrux Ltd reported a 44% revenue decline and a modest increase in net loss for FY25, while expanding its US topical generics portfolio and entering the Saudi Arabian market. The company signals a strategic pivot amid intensifying competition and lower returns.