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New Hope Corporation reported a 4.8% rise in coal production and an 8.2% increase in sales for the January quarter, maintaining steady earnings and reducing capital expenditure guidance amid improving logistics and operational resilience.

Beacon Minerals has agreed to sell its MacPhersons Reward Project to Forrestania Resources for $5 million in cash and 36 million shares, sharpening its focus on core assets near Coolgardie.

Aurizon Holdings reported a 9% rise in underlying EBITDA to $891 million for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by higher volumes and yields in coal and bulk segments. The company also raised its full-year dividend guidance and extended its share buy-back program.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported robust half-year results, driven by digital deposit growth and a strategic acquisition of RACQ Bank’s loan and deposit books. The bank also outlined a comprehensive plan to address AML/CTF compliance issues.

Contact Energy has announced a $525 million equity raise to accelerate its renewable energy projects, following a strong first half of FY26 with significant profit growth and strategic acquisitions.

Tourism Holdings Limited has agreed to sell its UK & Ireland operations to Indie Campers for NZ$8 million, aiming to streamline its portfolio and reduce debt. The deal is expected to deliver a one-off gain but will impact earnings in the short term.

Microequities Asset Management Group Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with a 41% jump in profit after tax and record funds under management reaching $657 million. The company also announced a 21% increase in its fully franked interim dividend.

OncoSil Medical’s CEO Nigel Lange has agreed to a 10% salary reduction, opting instead to receive shares at a significant premium, reinforcing executive commitment to shareholder value and cost discipline.

MFF Capital Investments reported a 45% drop in net profit for the half year to December 2025 but declared a higher fully franked dividend, marking a milestone in its operational independence and strategic growth.

Viva Leisure has reported a robust half-year performance with underlying NPAT up 46.8% and revenue climbing to $116.5 million, driven by strong organic membership growth and a booming technology segment.

Orora Limited reported a robust 32.2% rise in underlying net profit after tax for the half-year ended December 2025, underpinned by strong volume growth in its Cans segment and operational efficiencies across its glass businesses. The company also completed a $227.4 million share buyback in 2025 and announced a fresh $270 million on-market buyback program.

Origin Energy reported robust half-year results for December 2025, driven by strong Energy Markets performance and significant customer growth, while updating FY26 guidance with higher earnings expectations.