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Helloworld Travel reported a 4.1% rise in profit after tax for FY25 despite an 8.7% revenue decline, driven by strong growth in Wholesale and Inbound segments and strategic investments in technology and acquisitions.

Beforepay Group Limited reported a robust 74.5% increase in net profit after tax to $6.7 million for FY25, driven by growth in its core Pay Advance business, the launch of a Personal Loan product, and expansion of its AI-powered credit analytics division, Carrington Labs, in the US.

Fluence Corporation has announced Ben Fash as its new CEO and Managing Director, succeeding Tom Pokorsky who will retire after a distinguished career. The transition marks a strategic leadership shift aimed at driving future growth.

SPC Global Holdings is transitioning its senior financing from Scottish Pacific to Commonwealth Bank, locking in $154 million in total facilities and expected to save $3 million annually in interest. This move positions the company for accelerated growth both in Australia and abroad.

Sandon Capital Investments has announced a modest increase in its annual dividend and will begin paying fully franked dividends monthly, aiming to provide shareholders with more frequent income amid a changing economic backdrop.

SPC Global reports stronger-than-expected FY25 results driven by international growth and synergy gains, while unveiling a new premium beverage division and a major lender transition.

SPC Global Holdings Ltd reported a 40.66% surge in gross revenue to $383 million for FY2025, driven by strategic acquisitions and operational growth. However, the group recorded a net loss of $41.1 million, reflecting restructuring and merger costs.

Coles Group Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.32 per share for the fiscal year ending June 2025, with a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available to shareholders.

Vulcan Steel Limited reported a 10.9% revenue decline in FY25 alongside a 24.1% drop in adjusted EBITDA, while announcing a fully underwritten NZ$96 million equity raise to fund the acquisition of Roofing Industries Limited. The deal marks Vulcan’s strategic entry into the New Zealand steel roofing and cladding market with expected earnings accretion and no change to its dividend policy.

Ora Banda Mining Ltd delivered a standout FY25 with net profit soaring 575% to $186 million, driven by record gold production and successful underground mine expansions. The company sets ambitious FY26 targets amid strong operational momentum.

Cedar Woods Properties has reported a robust 19% rise in net profit for FY25, surpassing guidance with strong presales and strategic partnerships setting the stage for continued growth.

Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited posted record group store sales of NZD 703.2 million for the first half of 2025, driven by strong growth in Hawaii and new store openings in New Zealand. However, profit margins came under pressure from rising costs, leading to a 5.6% drop in net profit after tax.