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The ACCC has initiated Federal Court proceedings against Dusk Group's subsidiary, alleging supply of button battery products without completed safety testing and breaches of prior undertakings.

KMD Brands expects a 5% rise in FY26 sales and a more than doubling of EBITDA, while planning to divest its Southeast Asian manufacturing facility over the next year.

Harris Technology (ASX: HT8) reported a 29% sales increase for FY26, driven by its refurbished technology division now contributing 58% of revenue and delivering higher margins. The company also secured a strategic equity conversion from FSP Technology, reinforcing its growth trajectory.

MotorCycle Holdings has uncovered leave loading underpayments affecting current employees since 2020, with remediation costs estimated up to $1.3 million. The company is voluntarily engaging the Fair Work Ombudsman while conducting a complex review of historical payroll compliance.

City Chic Collective (ASX: CCX) reports a robust FY26 underlying EBITDA rise of 80%-95%, driven by strong ANZ sales and tight cost control amid a slight global revenue decline.

Adairs posts 3.7% sales growth in FY26 but underlying EBIT dips 1.3%, weighed down by Focus on Furniture's ongoing struggles and a substantial non-cash impairment.

Frasers Group has escalated its takeover tussle for Accent Group by applying to the Takeovers Panel, disputing Accent’s claims that the offer undervalues the company and seeking orders for additional disclosure or an independent expert review.

The ACCC has stepped in to prevent Coles from acquiring a leasehold for a new supermarket and liquor store in Kalgoorlie, citing risks of reduced competition and the potential exit of an independent rival.

The ACCC has rejected Coles’ plan to acquire a leasehold for a new supermarket and liquor store in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, citing risks of reduced competition and the potential exit of an independent rival.

Adore Beauty has expanded its debt facilities with Commonwealth Bank, increasing total capacity to $25.2 million to support inventory growth and a new semi-automated distribution centre.

Baby Bunting anticipates FY26 pro forma NPAT between $16 million and $17 million, marking a 32% to 40% increase from FY25, despite weaker sales in the fourth quarter. The retailer’s Store of the Future refurbishments and online channels continue to drive growth amid a challenging consumer backdrop.

Metcash Limited posted a modest rise in FY26 revenue and EBITDA, driven by strong Food segment growth and strategic acquisitions, while facing pressure in Hardware margins and suspending its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.