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Michael Hill International reported a 2% rise in group sales and a comparable EBIT increase of up to 57% for FY26, driven by strong performances in Canada and Australia alongside disciplined cost management.

Sena & Co, already holding 75.9% of 2 Cheap Cars, proposes a full takeover at NZ$0.80 per share, aiming to delist the company and compulsorily acquire remaining shares.

Frasers Group has extended the deadline for its on-market takeover bid for Accent Group shares to 30 September 2026, maintaining all other offer terms unchanged.

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 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.

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.