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Vicinity Centres reports a robust FY26 interim profit of $805.6 million, driven by strong leasing and portfolio premiumisation, including the strategic acquisition of Uptown in Brisbane.

Southern Cross Gold has extended its Golden Dyke discovery by 200 metres west at the Sunday Creek project, revealing 16 vein sets including 10 new ones and delivering some of the highest-grade gold results globally.

SGH Ltd and Steel Dynamics have jointly submitted a best and final offer of A$32.35 per share to acquire BlueScope Steel, valuing the company at A$15 billion and representing a significant premium over recent trading prices.

Identitii Limited faces a setback as Beauvais Capital terminates its underwriting agreement following Takeovers Panel orders, triggering shareholder withdrawal rights and uncertainty over the company’s capital raising plans.

Chrysos Corporation Limited reported a robust 1H FY26 with revenue up 49% and EBITDA soaring 152%, driven by expanding adoption of its PhotonAssay technology and strategic global deployments.

Magellan Financial Group reported a 27% drop in statutory net profit but maintained stable operating profit and increased earnings per share by 5%, supported by ongoing share buybacks. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend up 50%, reflecting confidence despite investment performance challenges.

Dexus has reported a strong half-year result with a $348.5 million profit turnaround, robust leasing growth, and strategic capital moves including a $950 million equity raise and a 10% on-market buyback.

INOVIQ Limited reported a $3.96 million net loss for H1 2026, driven by increased R&D spend, while securing $10.2 million to accelerate its exosome-based cancer diagnostics and therapeutics pipeline.

Hansen Technologies has reported a remarkable half-year performance with a 7.3% revenue increase and a staggering 31,000% rise in statutory net profit, underpinned by a strategic acquisition of the Digitalk Group.

Celsius Resources has appointed Peter Hume as interim chairman while progressing the sale of its Opuwo project and reclaiming a key 60% shareholding in its Philippine affiliate after funding obligations were unmet.

Step One Clothing Limited reported a sharp turnaround to a $8.468 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by a 24.5% revenue decline and inventory challenges. The company suspended dividends, citing the need to restore retained earnings.

Pioneer Credit has reported a robust first half for FY26, more than doubling its net profit and upgrading its full-year earnings guidance to at least $20 million.

Netwealth Group Limited has reported a robust first half of FY26, with record funds under administration and a significant increase in dividends, underpinned by strong inflows and strategic technology investments.

SHAPE Australia Corporation Limited reported a robust half-year performance with a 48.5% rise in net profit and declared a fully franked 14 cent interim dividend, underpinned by strategic acquisition and operational discipline.

Telix Pharmaceuticals has lodged a European marketing authorization application for TLX101-Px, a novel PET imaging agent targeting glioma brain cancer, aiming to enhance diagnostic precision and patient access across major European markets.

5E Advanced Materials reports Q2 FY2026 results with increased mineral resources and key shipments, while navigating ongoing funding uncertainties.

Australian Finance Group Ltd (AFG) has reported a record-breaking half-year profit for HY26, driven by strong broker network growth and improved funding terms that reduce cash rate sensitivity.

Brazilian Rare Earths Limited has unveiled new ultra-high-grade drilling results at its Monte Alto project, extending the mineralised footprint by approximately 350 metres and revealing a new parallel corridor of rare earth mineralisation.

Mirvac Group reported a robust half-year result with a 5% rise in operating profit and a significant boost in residential sales, underpinned by a $1 billion joint venture with Mitsubishi Estate. The company’s strategic pipeline restocking and strong leasing performance signal promising growth ahead.

Spark New Zealand’s H1 FY26 results reveal a strong rebound in profitability driven by mobile service revenue growth and disciplined cost reductions, alongside the strategic sale of its data centre business.

Fletcher Building reports a stable half-year performance despite subdued markets, advancing its strategic pivot with the announced sale of its Construction division.

Iluka Resources posted a net loss of $288 million in 2025 amid subdued mineral sands demand but progressed key projects including the Balranald mine commissioning and Eneabba rare earths refinery construction.