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ALS Limited (ASX:ALQ) has delivered a landmark FY26 with underlying net profit after tax surging 25.8% to $381.2 million, beating 2027 targets a year early and raising its dividend by 10%. The company continues to invest heavily in automation, digital initiatives, and laboratory expansions while advancing its climate strategy amid a post-year-end cyber incident.

IPH Limited has appointed Tony O’Malley as its new CEO starting July 2026, bringing over 30 years of global legal and professional services experience, including AI-driven transformation expertise.

ALS Limited reported a 25.8% jump in underlying net profit after tax to AUD 381.2 million for FY26, driven by strong commodity testing demand and margin expansion. The company raised its dividend and advanced major hub lab projects while navigating a post-year-end cyber incident.

Worley Limited reveals the ongoing Middle East conflict is causing significant project delays and an estimated $30 to $40 million hit to FY26 underlying EBITA, prompting a revision to its growth outlook.

Ashley Services Group has reported a robust first half for 2026, with significant growth in earnings and dividends, underpinned by strong labour hire and training divisions.

Enero Group’s half-year results reveal a 6.3% revenue decline but a striking 119% surge in adjusted profit, alongside strategic leadership changes and a steady dividend.

IPH Limited reported a solid half-year performance with revenue up 6.5% to $363.9 million and net profit rising 10.5% to $41.2 million, driven by strong gains in Canada and Asia despite a decline in Australia and New Zealand.

IGNITE Limited reports a challenging first half of FY26 with an 18% revenue decline and a halving of statutory profit, yet maintains a fully franked interim dividend amid a strategic business closure.

PeopleIN Limited has appointed co-founder Tom Reardon as its new CEO and Managing Director, signaling continuity in leadership as the company reports a robust unaudited EBITDA of $16.1 million.

Kelly Partners Group Holdings Limited has reported a robust 17% increase in revenue for the first half of 2026, driven by strategic acquisitions and expanding international operations, particularly in the US.

Kelly Partners Group Holdings Limited reported a 17% rise in revenue for the half-year to December 2025, while statutory profit fell 15.5% due to acquisition costs and higher amortisation. Underlying earnings showed solid growth, reflecting the firm's core business strength.

PeopleIN Limited has announced the sale of its Health and Community brands to Healthcare Australia for $20.25 million, unlocking capital to fuel growth in infrastructure, defence, and agriculture sectors.