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AUCyber Limited reported a 28% revenue decline to $19.98 million in FY26 but cut its net loss by 87% to $4.78 million, driven by exiting low-margin contracts and cost discipline. CEO Joseph Demase now also serves as Chair, steering a strategic shift towards sovereign AI and private cloud solutions.

Syntara Limited’s FY2026 results show a 7.9% revenue decline and a 13.6% increase in net loss amid significant clinical progress, including FDA backing for its lead drug amsulostat and a successful $8.8 million capital raise.

International Graphite is advancing Australia’s first commercial graphite micronising plant at Collie, targeting commissioning by mid-2027. The facility promises a diverse range of superfine graphite products and potential annual EBITDA up to AUD 14.2 million based on current market conditions.

EVZ Limited reported a 14% revenue increase to $123.1 million and a 213% jump in net profit after tax to $3.87 million for FY2026, resuming dividends for the first time since 2010.

International Graphite Limited has closed a $4.4 million placement, securing cornerstone investors including Xcelsior Capital to fund expansion of graphite processing operations in Australia and Europe.

Aurora Labs posted a 36% increase in net loss to $5.1 million for FY2026 despite securing key defence contracts and partnerships. The company is transitioning from R&D to early commercialisation of its micro gas turbine propulsion systems, backed by a $5.5 million capital raise and government grants.

Percheron Therapeutics reduced its FY2026 loss to $4.79 million as it prepares to launch a pivotal phase II trial for its immuno-oncology drug HMBD-002, while managing a CEO transition and tightening cash reserves.

Whitehaven Coal reported a 29% drop in underlying net profit to $227 million for FY26, despite record safety outcomes and successful debt refinancing that lowered funding costs and extended maturities.

NextEd Group navigated a tough international education market in FY26, boosting underlying EBITDA by 7% to $15.3 million even as revenue fell 6.7%. A $13 million goodwill impairment weighed on net losses, but ongoing cost discipline and vocational course growth underpin a resilient platform.

OD6 Metals consolidates progress across its rare earths, copper, and fluorspar assets with strong resource bases and ongoing development activities in Nevada, Western Australia, and New South Wales.

FFI Holdings grew revenue by 7.4% to $62.76 million in FY2026, yet net profit after tax fell sharply by 51.5% to $3.23 million, reflecting the absence of last year’s $5.19 million property revaluation gain and a 26% drop in rental income due to lease changes.

Barramundi Limited’s portfolio delivered a 2.2% gross return in July, outpacing the S&P/ASX200 hedged benchmark, driven by strong performances in healthcare and financials alongside strategic portfolio adjustments.