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Kina Securities Limited reported a 20% increase in statutory net profit after tax to PGK 120.7 million for 2025, driven by strong revenue growth and loan book expansion. The bank declared a higher final dividend and anticipates continued earnings growth in 2026 amid favourable economic conditions and tax cuts.

6K Additive, a US-based metal powder innovator, reports a 3.85% revenue dip to US$17.7 million and narrows net loss to US$17.9 million in its first ASX-listed year. The company plans a fivefold capacity expansion backed by significant government grants and a US$27.4 million loan.

HighCom Limited has revealed a sharp downturn in its half-year results, with revenue plunging 59% and a $6.8 million loss after tax, driven by US government shutdown impacts. The company is banking on new lightweight XTclave® armour products to fuel a recovery in the second half of FY26.

Beam Communications has turned around its fortunes, posting a $2 million net profit for the first half of FY26 and announcing a $12.1 million capital return following the divestment of Zoleo Inc.

AF Legal Group Limited has reported a robust half-year performance, with revenue climbing 40% to $17.8 million and profits reaching new heights, driven by strategic acquisitions and operational efficiencies.

TPG Telecom reported a robust FY25 with strategic asset sales, a major network sharing deal, and a $3 billion capital return, underpinning strong financial and sustainability progress.

Matrix Composites & Engineering Ltd reported a $9.4 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by a 32% drop in revenue to $26.9 million. Despite the weak first half, the company anticipates a robust second half to meet or exceed last year’s full-year revenue.

Clydesdale Bank, trading as Virgin Money, will transfer its banking business to Nationwide Building Society following High Court approval, marking a key step in their integration.

MOVE Logistics Group reports a 98% improvement in normalised earnings before tax and a significant reduction in net debt, positioning the company on track for a profitable FY26 despite ongoing market challenges.

Delorean Corporation reports a significant half-year loss as it pivots from contractor to bioenergy infrastructure owner, advancing key projects but facing financial covenant breaches.

Cryosite Limited reported a robust half-year with revenue up 25% and net profit rising 36%, driven by strong demand in temperature-controlled logistics and a strategic warehouse acquisition that doubles its storage capacity.

Saferoads Holdings Limited has reported a return to profitability with a $504k half-year net profit, driven by strong product sales following the sale of its Road Safety Rentals business. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend of 0.5 cents per share.