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Queste Communications Ltd reported a modest profit for FY25, with consolidated results impacted by investment portfolio losses and strategic asset reclassifications. The company maintained a cautious stance, suspending dividends and executive salaries to manage overheads.

Gumtree Australia Markets Limited reports a transformational FY25 marked by a $6.8 million Capital Markets division sale, a near doubling of EBITDA, and promising expansions in transactional services and partnerships.

Orion Equities reported a $1.33 million net profit for FY25, down 56% from the prior year, impacted by unrealised losses on key investments and a significant tax benefit reversal. The company’s portfolio remains anchored by stakes in Bentley Capital and Strike Resources.

Pentanet Limited has reported its first-ever positive EBITDA of $1.4 million for FY25, alongside an 8% revenue increase and a significant expansion of its 5G Fixed Wireless network covering a quarter of its tower footprint.

WhiteHawk Limited reports an 8.6% revenue increase and a 26% reduction in net loss for H1 2025, alongside new US government contracts and a $1.56 million capital raise.

Wellard Ltd posts a net profit turnaround in FY2025 despite fleet downsizing, sells its last vessel, and plans to delist from the ASX while returning substantial capital to shareholders.

Wellard Limited reported a net profit of US$1.3 million for FY2025, driven by operational improvements and strategic asset sales. With the sale of its last livestock vessels completed, the company plans to delist from the ASX and return surplus cash to shareholders.

Atlas Pearls reported increased pearl harvest and sales volumes for FY25, driving revenue growth to $44.3 million, though profits declined compared to the previous year. The company declared a fully franked final dividend, underscoring its solid financial footing.

Echelon Resources reports a robust 34% revenue increase and 26% production growth for FY2025, driven by expanded stakes and drilling success at the Mereenie field. The company balances strong cash flow with strategic reinvestment and a modest dividend.

Atlas Pearls Ltd has declared a fully franked 1.4 cent per share dividend for the second half of FY25, lifting total dividends for the year to 2.4 cents, up from 1.85 cents in FY24.

Nexion Group has agreed to sell its telecommunications subsidiaries for $4.1 million, aiming to reduce debt and pivot towards its high-growth AI and business intelligence operations.

Adriatic Metals Plc shares have been suspended from the ASX to facilitate its proposed acquisition by Dundee Precious Metals Inc. under a UK scheme of arrangement.