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Dexus (ASX: DXS) has declared an estimated distribution of 17.7 cents per security for the six months ending 30 June 2026, marking a reduction from prior payouts as it balances income returns with strategic capital initiatives.

Pan African Resources PLC has delivered a 5.6% increase in gold production to 196,527 ounces for FY25, alongside a 60.5% jump in adjusted EBITDA to US$226.6 million. The group’s strategic acquisition of Tennant Mines in Australia and the early commissioning of the Mogale Tailings Retreatment operation mark significant milestones in its growth trajectory, underpinned by a robust sustainability and governance framework.

Findi Limited has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares pending an announcement on its ongoing strategic review and financing discussions, delaying the FY26 audited financial statements beyond the June 30 deadline.

Australian Foundation Investment Company (ASX:AFI) plans a fully franked 14.5 cents per share final dividend alongside a 2.5 cents special dividend, subject to market conditions, while maintaining its on-market share buy-back.

Metcash Limited posted a modest rise in FY26 revenue and EBITDA, driven by strong Food segment growth and strategic acquisitions, while facing pressure in Hardware margins and suspending its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Dexus Convenience Retail REIT reports a 1.1% net valuation uplift for H1 2026 and increases its on-market buy-back target to 5% of securities, signalling confidence in its portfolio and capital management.

Dexus Industria REIT's portfolio valuation edged up by $3.2 million at mid-2026, while the REIT increased its securities buy-back target to 5%, signalling confidence amid stable industrial market conditions.

NoviqTech Limited has clarified that its planned divestment of Non-Coralia assets was not foreseen during its Coralia acquisition and reflects a strategic pivot to biochar carbon removal, with leadership changes aligned to this refocus.

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT (ASX: DGT) has announced a 6.0 cents per security distribution for the half-year ending 30 June 2026 and signalled plans to revisit capital management strategies in FY27, leveraging recent asset sales and a stronger balance sheet.

Horizon Oil has removed the final hurdle in its Cue Energy takeover, declaring the offer unconditional and speeding up payment to shareholders.

SciDev Ltd has completed a strategic review addressing past underperformance and is refocusing on an integrated water solutions platform targeting core markets. The company confirmed FY26 guidance with revenue of $82 to $87 million and underlying EBITDA of approximately $4 million, while maintaining a sound balance sheet.

Karoon Energy has pushed back production restoration at the Who Dat E manifold to the second half of 2027, prompting a significant downgrade to its 2026 output forecast. Operational setbacks at Who Dat and weather-impacted Baúna interventions weigh on near-term volumes.