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RooLife Group Ltd has reported a 144% surge in half-year revenue to $3.75 million, driven by strong growth in proprietary product sales, notably its RLG Coffee range in China. The company also reduced its net loss by 23%, reflecting operational improvements and strategic divestments.

X2M Connect Limited has secured a $3 million capital raise to fund expansion into new markets and reduce debt, following a robust first half of FY26 marked by significant revenue and profit growth.

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.

Autosports Group is making a strategic leap into South Australia by acquiring Solitaire Automotive Group, a luxury dealership powerhouse representing 10 premium brands. This $50 million deal is set to reshape the region’s luxury automotive retail landscape.

WAM Active Limited has successfully closed an oversubscribed entitlement offer, raising $70.7 million and increasing its asset base by over 84%, enhancing liquidity and market presence.

London City Equities Limited reported a 38% revenue increase and a $5.6 million capital gain from asset sales, while boosting liquidity to nearly 60% of its portfolio and raising dividends amid a cautious investment outlook.

News Corp will temporarily halt conversions between its Australian and US securities registers around the March 2026 dividend record date to ensure equal treatment of shareholders.

FSA Group Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with a 68% jump in profit before tax and declared a fully franked interim dividend of 3.5 cents per share. The company forecasts continued growth in 2026, targeting up to $40 million in annual profit.

Superloop has agreed to acquire Lightning Broadband for $165 million, significantly expanding its fibre footprint and accelerating its Smart Communities strategy across Australia.

Freightways Group Limited reported a robust HY26 with revenue rising 8.5% and net profit surging 17.2%, underpinned by strong volume growth and a key acquisition in Australia. The company’s disciplined approach to margin improvement and M&A signals confidence in its cross-Tasman logistics strategy.

BKI Investment Company has appointed Morgans Financial to conduct on-market share purchases to fulfill its Dividend Reinvestment Plan obligations, aiming to avoid dilution by pricing shares at no discount.

Aussie Broadband has agreed to acquire AGL Telco’s telecommunications assets, adding 350,000 broadband and mobile connections and forming a long-term exclusive partnership with AGL. This deal positions Aussie Broadband as Australia’s third largest NBN provider.