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ECS Botanics has achieved a milestone with direct-to-consumer sales exceeding 60% of total revenue, driven by the launch of innovative sugar-free THC gummies and a strategic distribution partnership.

HeraMED has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with the Therapeutic Goods Administration upgrading its HeraBEAT fetal heart rate monitor to Class IIb, making it the only remote home-use device approved in Australia. This positions the company for a potentially lucrative expansion in the Australian maternity care market.

Cash Converters has completed a $25 million equity raise to fund the acquisition of 29 Australian franchise stores, with EZCORP increasing its voting power to nearly 44%.

AFT Pharmaceuticals has reported a robust first half of FY26, posting a 33% revenue increase to a record $114.9 million and returning to profitability amid strong growth in Australia and international markets. The company’s advancing R&D pipeline and strategic licensing deals position it well for ambitious FY27 targets.

OMG Group has inked a five-year exclusive distribution agreement with SANDAI, a premium Japanese matcha producer, positioning itself to capture significant growth in Australia’s expanding matcha market.

Lark Distilling Co. Ltd reported a 12% increase in FY25 revenue to $15.6 million, bolstered by a strategic partnership with Seppeltsfield Wines and a successful brand restage. The company also announced a leadership change with a new CEO set to take the helm in January 2026.

BlueScope confirms its first-half FY2026 earnings guidance at the lower end of expectations, highlighting a mix of regional challenges and growth initiatives as it navigates cost pressures and market shifts.

WhiteHawk Limited has launched its first Australian office in Perth and signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Novera to co-develop a cybersecurity and AI governance platform tailored for the Australian market and broader APEC region.

Zoono Group has signed a five-year exclusive contract with Multisteps Pty Limited to apply its antimicrobial technology to fresh produce packaging in Australia, aiming to reduce food waste and boost sustainability.

Light & Wonder, Inc. transitions from an ASX Foreign Exempt Listing to a full ASX Listing, marking a significant regulatory shift without raising new capital. The company continues trading its shares as CHESS Depositary Interests on a 1, 1 basis.

Scentre Group reports a 3.1% rise in customer visits and a $29.5 billion sales tally across its Westfield centres, while confirming its 2025 earnings and distribution targets.

Associate Global Partners Limited (AGP) reported robust FY25 results, with funds under management climbing to $1.464 billion, driven by stellar investment returns and successful capital raisings. The firm is advancing its distribution reach and launching new products to sustain momentum.