Latest Brand Growth News

Medibank Private Limited reported a 27.5% jump in net profit after tax to $638.7 million for FY26, driven by steady health insurance growth and a 31.3% surge in its Medibank Health segment. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 10.9 cents per share and updated its Net Zero emissions strategy.

EBOS Group posted a solid FY26, growing revenue nearly 10% to $13.5 billion and underlying EBITDA 5% to $614 million, while completing a major distribution centre renewal program. The company maintains its final dividend and sets a confident growth outlook for FY27.

Premier Investments trims FY26 Premier Retail EBIT forecast to $176 million, citing tough trading conditions and announces exit from UK Peter Alexander stores while focusing on Australian growth and loyalty programs.

Cobram Estate Olives has wrapped up a smaller 2026 Australian olive harvest amid natural production cycles and flagged legal challenges over its California Olive Ranch acquisition, while integration efforts progress.

Super Retail Group is gearing up to expand its store network and accelerate digital transformation through its new five-year strategy and Ignite program, aiming to capture a larger share of a $65 billion market opportunity.

ECS Botanics reports a third straight quarter of positive operating cash flow, driven by strong B2C growth and strategic international shipments to Germany and New Zealand.

Airtasker has secured a $5 million media partnership with Nine Entertainment, aiming to accelerate its brand growth across Australia’s leading media platforms. This strategic move comes as Airtasker rides strong marketplace momentum and positions itself for the evolving AI-driven labour market.

Merino & Co. Limited reported a 60.5% drop in revenue and a 28.2% increase in net loss for the half-year ending December 2025, reflecting a strategic investment phase aimed at future growth. The company is expanding production capacity and building inventory ahead of wholesale expansion, signaling a pivot towards revenue acceleration.

ECS Botanics has reported a return to profitability and positive cash flow in the first half of FY26, driven by a strategic shift to branded products and major infrastructure expansion.

Jatcorp Limited reported a strong 36% revenue increase to $23 million for the half-year ended December 2025, narrowing its net loss and expanding its footprint across Asia Pacific markets despite ongoing legal challenges in China.

McPherson’s Limited has confirmed a $3.3 million total tax benefit following amended assessments by the ATO, linked to deductible costs from a strategic alliance announced in 2022.

Pure Foods Tasmania has reported a profitable quarter with improved margins and strategic growth moves, including a new contract packing deal and the acquisition of premium ice cream brand Elato.