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ASB’s half-year results show a modest 1% rise in cash net profit, driven by growth in home, business, and rural lending alongside a 5% increase in customer deposits. The bank is investing heavily in technology, customer experience, and social housing initiatives to support New Zealand’s long-term prosperity.

James Hardie Industries reported a robust 30% jump in Q3 FY26 net sales, driven by the AZEK acquisition and growth in key regions, while operating income declined amid integration costs and market softness.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% increase in statutory net profit after tax to $5.367 billion for the half year ended December 2025, supported by lending growth and improved credit quality despite margin pressures and higher expenses. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of $2.35 per share.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has firmly rejected allegations from a recent Grizzly Research report, highlighting its strengthened financial position, significant contract wins, and strategic acquisition to bolster its defence technology portfolio.

News Corporation reported a 4% revenue increase to US$4.506 billion for the half-year ended December 2025, while net income declined 9% to US$305 million. The company declared an interim dividend and continued its stock repurchase program amid mixed segment performances and ongoing legal challenges.

Acusensus Limited has settled its patent litigation with Redflex Traffic Systems, issuing over six million shares and paying US$6 million in cash to resolve the dispute. The agreement clears the way for Acusensus to continue its road safety technology operations unimpeded.

Berkeley Energia’s subsidiary has lodged a $1.25 billion arbitration claim against Spain, alleging treaty violations that have stalled its Salamanca uranium project. Despite the dispute, the company remains committed to dialogue and project development.

QEM Limited is progressing its strategic review of the Julia Creek Vanadium and Energy Project while advancing key environmental studies and managing capital prudently.

US1 Critical Minerals reports ongoing legal disputes over US rare earth tenements while advancing Tanzanian uranium exploration and securing $1.5 million in new capital.

Triangle Energy has secured new offshore and onshore permits in the Philippines while initiating legal action against JV partners in Western Australia, signaling a strategic pivot and operational challenges ahead.

Morella Corporation has advanced its Mt Edon Rubidium-Lithium Project towards drilling readiness, supported by strong metallurgical results and fresh funding. The company also initiated legal proceedings related to past asset sales, underscoring a busy start to 2026.

A takeover premium blew the doors off the Materials board this week, while one discounted equity raise did the opposite. Uranium names kept climbing on real production progress, and rare earths stayed in favour as governments and buyers circle supply.