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IAG’s 1H26 results reveal a 35% drop in net profit after tax due to severe weather costs from its RACQI acquisition, yet underlying insurance profit rose 7.6%, supported by solid premium growth and a $200 million share buyback.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a robust 2025 performance with a 12% rise in statutory profit before tax and upgraded its 2026 guidance, underpinned by strong loan growth and digital innovation. The Group also announced significant shareholder returns totalling £3.9 billion, including dividends and a share buyback programme.

Australian Critical Minerals Limited (ACM) has unveiled detailed exploration plans for its Peru projects, highlighting the Flint Project’s compelling high-grade gold and silver targets with drilling scheduled for early 2026.

IPD Group has acquired Platinum Cables Pty Ltd for $37.5 million, enhancing its mining sector footprint and delivering an 11.5% EPS accretion in FY25 pro forma. The deal positions IPD for expanded cross-selling and deeper customer ties with Australia's largest miners.

Jcurve Solutions has updated its revenue recognition policy for its ERP subscription licenses, shifting from point-in-time to over-time recognition, leading to restated FY25 financials and enhanced transparency.

DroneShield Limited has clarified the recent exercise and sale of shares by its directors following performance option vesting, alongside addressing an erroneous contract announcement that was later withdrawn. The company also outlined steps to enhance compliance with ASX continuous disclosure and trading policies.

Urbanise.com Limited has secured a landmark partnership with National Australia Bank to integrate banking and payments into its cloud-based strata management platform, setting the stage for a major industry disruption in 2026.

Computershare Limited reported a robust FY25 performance with a 15% increase in management EPS and affirmed its FY26 guidance, underpinned by strategic technology investments and capital management initiatives.

Integral Diagnostics has appointed Jason Martinez as its new CEO, set to lead the company’s growth and innovation efforts starting in 2026. Martinez brings over two decades of diagnostic imaging leadership experience, promising a strategic focus on expansion and operational excellence.

Macquarie Group Limited reported a 3% increase in net profit to A$1.655 billion for the half year ended 30 September 2025, driven by robust performances in its asset management and capital segments. The Group’s diversified funding and strong capital position underpin its strategic growth and climate finance initiatives.

Lodestar Minerals has appointed two former heavy rare earths experts from MP Materials and Lynas Rare Earths to spearhead its U.S. downstream magnet and supply chain strategy, following its planned acquisition of the Virgin Mountain project in Arizona.

Synertec Corporation has reported its strongest first quarter since FY19, driven by a 13% revenue increase and a new order for its Powerhouse microgrid units from Santos. The company’s engineering division also shows promising expansion with a robust project pipeline.