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Michael Hill International reported a 3% rise in group sales and a 28.6% jump in comparable EBIT for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by strong performances across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Despite improved earnings and cash flow, the board has opted to withhold an interim dividend, signalling cautious optimism.

PainChek Limited reported a half-year loss of AUD 4.7 million but achieved a major regulatory milestone with FDA clearance for its Adult App, unlocking significant US market opportunities. The company also completed a share consolidation and raised capital to support growth.

Rubicon Water reported a 9.4% revenue decline to $29 million and a net loss of $6.4 million in the first half of FY26, driven by a sharp drop in ANZ hardware sales. The company anticipates a rebound in Asia in the second half, despite ongoing foreign exchange headwinds.

MOVE Logistics Group reports a 98% improvement in normalised earnings before tax and a significant reduction in net debt, positioning the company on track for a profitable FY26 despite ongoing market challenges.

Pureprofile Ltd reported a robust 14.2% increase in revenue and a 21.6% rise in net profit for H1 FY26, driven by international expansion and AI-powered platform growth. The company also announced a strategic acquisition to deepen its market research capabilities.

Vitura Health Limited reported an 8.3% rise in half-year revenues to $67.87 million, driven by medicinal cannabis sales and telehealth services, yet posted a consolidated loss of $986,341 due to margin pressures and increased costs. Leadership changes and strategic investments mark a pivotal phase for the digital health and medicinal cannabis player.

Fortescue Ltd has reported a record first half FY26 with iron ore shipments surpassing 100 million tonnes and a robust net profit after tax of US$1.9 billion, while advancing its ambitious decarbonisation and growth initiatives.

Waterco Limited reported a modest revenue decline but delivered a strong 13% rise in net profit after tax for the half year ended December 2025, driven by improved margins and operational efficiencies. The company declared a 7 cent fully franked interim dividend and is advancing its manufacturing footprint in Malaysia.

Greatland Resources posted a robust half-year profit of $342.9 million, driven by full ownership of the Telfer mine and a strong operational ramp-up. The Havieron feasibility study confirms a world-class gold-copper project, setting the stage for future growth.

Pharmx Technologies has entered a multi-year strategic alliance with Sigma Healthcare, becoming the preferred EDI provider for Sigma and Chemist Warehouse across Australia and New Zealand, while Sigma takes a significant equity stake.

Reece Limited reported a 6% rise in sales revenue to $4.6 billion for the half-year ending December 2025, while profits declined amid challenging market conditions. The company continues to expand its branch network in Australia and the US, balancing growth ambitions with cost pressures.

Zip Co has delivered a standout half-year performance with record cash earnings and upgraded FY26 guidance, driven by strong US market momentum and innovative product launches.