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Kaili Resources has officially confirmed a change of control with Mr Jianzhong Yang now holding over 60% of shares, alongside a significant board reshuffle. The company remains focused on advancing its rare earth elements exploration in South Australia.

Artrya Limited reported a 17.2% increase in net loss to $16.4 million for FY25, while achieving FDA clearance and launching its AI-driven Salix platform in the U.S. market. The company also secured key commercial partnerships in Australia and raised $20 million in equity funding.

Euroz Hartleys Group Limited reported a robust 87.7% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by growth across brokerage, underwriting, and wealth management. The company declared a fully franked full-year dividend of 5.5 cents per share, reflecting confidence in its operational leverage and balance sheet strength.

Alliance Aviation Services reported a robust 19% revenue increase to $769.7 million in FY25, driven by fleet expansion and strong operational performance. The company’s strategic investments and contract growth set a positive tone for FY26.

Prescient Therapeutics reported an 11.1% reduction in net loss for FY2025, progressing its lead candidate PTX-100 into Phase 2a trials with FDA Fast Track and Orphan Drug designations, supported by a recent $9.8 million capital raise.

Alliance Aviation Services Limited reported a 19% revenue increase to $760.9 million in FY2025, while net profit after tax slipped 5% to $57.3 million amid operational challenges. The company declared a fully franked dividend of 3.0 cents per share and expanded its fleet to 79 aircraft.

Harmoney has delivered a robust FY25 performance, exceeding its upgraded profit guidance with strong loan book growth and improved efficiency. The fintech lender projects a remarkable 111% increase in cash NPAT for FY26, driven by its AI-powered Stellare 2.0 platform and strategic expansion plans.

Harmoney Corp has delivered a record FY25 performance, exceeding profit expectations and boosting its FY26 profit forecast by 20%, driven by strong loan growth and its advanced Stellare 2.0 platform.

Universal Biosensors Pty Limited has entered voluntary administration with KPMG appointed as administrators, signaling urgent financial distress and a potential restructuring ahead.

Straker Ltd reported a 10% revenue decline in FY25 but achieved record gross margins and adjusted EBITDA, underscoring its strategic shift to AI-driven language services and expanding IBM partnership.

WAM Strategic Value reported a near 50% drop in net profit for FY2025 but maintained its fully franked dividend, supported by an 8.6% portfolio gain that outperformed market downturns.

Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd has increased its cash takeover offer for Reef Casino Trust units to A$3.72 per unit, with the Reef Corporate Services Limited board unanimously recommending acceptance. The offer values the trust at approximately A$185.3 million and awaits regulatory approvals.

Genetic Technologies Limited has emerged from voluntary administration following a strategic asset sale and is now pursuing recapitalisation and acquisitions to restore its market position.

LDR Assets Pty Ltd, part of the Lederer Family Office, has initiated an off-market takeover offer for all stapled securities in the Elanor Commercial Property Fund at a 5.3% premium to recent prices. The bid signals a potential overhaul of ECF’s management and governance.

Genetic Technologies Limited reports a 36% increase in half-year losses amid voluntary administration, followed by a recapitalisation and sale of core assets. The company pivots towards new financial services acquisitions under fresh leadership.

Saunders International reported a slight revenue dip and a sharp EBITDA decline in FY2025, offset by a transformative acquisition that dramatically expands its order book and pipeline.

Vicinity Centres reported a robust FY25 with statutory net profit surging to $1 billion, driven by strategic portfolio repositioning and strong retail sales growth. The company’s focus on premium assets and disciplined capital management sets the stage for continued growth in FY26.

Vicinity Centres reported a doubling of net profit and delivered funds from operations at the top of guidance, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and strong portfolio performance.

Arafura Rare Earths has successfully raised approximately A$80 million through a two-tranche institutional placement and launched a A$5 million share purchase plan, strengthening its cash position ahead of the Nolans project final investment decision.

VGI Partners Global Investments Limited reported a $17.6 million net loss for FY25 but maintained its dividend policy and executed a $73 million share buy-back, signaling confidence amid market challenges.

Magellan Financial Group reported a solid FY25 with an 8.2% rise in assets under management and a notable surge in strategic partnership income, offsetting a dip in investment management revenue.

Magellan Financial Group reported a 5% rise in operating profit for FY25 despite a 31% drop in statutory net profit, driven by strong growth in assets under management and booming income from strategic partnerships.

Magellan Financial Group reported a 31% drop in net profit after tax for FY25, yet operating profit rose 5%, supported by strategic partnerships and an 8.2% increase in assets under management. The Board declared a special fully franked dividend, signaling confidence in future earnings.

Schaffer Corporation reported a 16% rise in underlying net profit for FY25, driven by strong Automotive Leather and Delta divisions, while maintaining its dividend and appointing a new CEO to steer future growth.