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1414 Degrees reported a wider FY2026 loss, falling cash reserves and a material uncertainty over its ability to continue as a going concern. The company is nevertheless pressing ahead with SiNTL battery commercialisation, a proposed 1 GW data centre precinct and full ownership of Aurora.

Meridian Energy’s generation rose 21.1% year on year in August as strong hydro and wind conditions pushed national storage to 155% of historical average. But average generation prices fell 62.3%, highlighting the tension between abundant supply and weaker market pricing.

GenusPlus has secured an approximately $160 million contract to deliver balance-of-plant works for a 400 MW / 1.86 GWh battery project at Wodonga, Victoria. Construction is scheduled for completion in late 2028, although the announcement also refers to delivery over the next 18 months.

Vulcan Energy has unveiled a Preliminary Feasibility Study for Project Ludwig, its second lithium and geothermal phase in Germany, projecting stronger economics and a repeatable growth model.

1414 Degrees has acquired full ownership of the Aurora Energy Precinct, consolidating control to drive development of renewable energy infrastructure and a 1 GW AI data centre project.

Frontier Energy has executed all major fixed-price contracts for Stage One of its Waroona Renewable Energy Project, securing tier-one suppliers and unconditional grid connection to de-risk delivery of its 132MW solar and 81.5MW battery facility.

Advance ZincTek posted an 11% rise in FY26 profit before tax to $2.247 million on 12.6% higher sales, driven by AI integration and US market strength. The company is set to enter residential battery manufacturing in FY27, leveraging its zinc oxide expertise.

GenusPlus Group has received the green light from TasNetworks to start the $750 million construction phase of the North West Transmission Developments Stage 1, with completion targeted for 2029.

RooLife Group (ASX: RLG) reported a 268% jump in FY2026 revenue to nearly $10 million, driven by rapid growth in its own food and beverage products, including RLG Coffee in China. Despite this, the company recorded a $3.58 million net loss, weighed down by impairment charges and R&D investments in renewable energy.

Genesis Energy posted a robust FY26 with Normalised EBITDAF up 11% to $522m, driven by margin growth and strategic investments in renewables and battery storage. A $400m equity raise bolstered its balance sheet as it accelerates New Zealand’s energy transition.

HMC Capital reported a statutory loss of $111.6 million for FY26 amid significant fair value losses, yet delivered operating earnings close to guidance and maintained its dividend. The group’s strategic partnerships and capital recycling position it for a 16% rise in underlying earnings in FY27.

Duratec Limited (ASX:DUR) reported a 4.1% rise in net profit after tax to $23.8 million for FY26 on stable revenue, underpinned by a record $650.8 million order book and multiple strategic acquisitions expanding its service portfolio.