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Maas Group Holdings posted a record FY26 with underlying EBITDA up 37% to $300.3 million, driven by electrical manufacturing growth. The $1.7 billion sale of its Construction Materials division to Heidelberg Materials is set to reshape its capital allocation and growth strategy.

Lake Resources has completed a A$1.1 million at-the-market equity raise at a 7.6% discount, directing funds towards advancing environmental and power optimisation efforts at its Kachi lithium project.

Lake Resources has commenced the last regulatory hurdle for its Kachi Lithium Brine Project in Argentina, with a month-long public consultation underway ahead of an expected environmental approval in September.

Fletcher Building has raised its FY26 EBIT guidance to $400m-$403m, buoyed by stronger volumes across key divisions and a $52m boost from property sales. However, caution remains over potential project delays and cost inflation impacting early FY27 performance.

ClearVue Technologies has earned Grade A certification for its entire double glass solar glazing range under AS/NZS 2208:2023, confirming the products meet the highest safety standards without compromising solar performance.

ClearVue Technologies has boosted its capital raising to $6.25 million, with significant board participation and revised loan terms, while its Gen 3 Vision Glass secures crucial EN 1279-5 certification.

SKS Technologies Group has upgraded its FY26 earnings forecast following $60 million in new contract awards, including major projects for NEXTDC and Ernst & Young. The company anticipates stronger revenue and profit margins driven by robust demand in data centre infrastructure.

Big River Industries reported a modest revenue decline in FY25 but achieved improved margins and operational efficiencies in the second half, positioning itself for growth as market conditions begin to stabilise.

Big River Industries reported a statutory net loss of $14.7 million for FY2025, driven by a $20 million impairment charge on intangible assets amid a 2.3% revenue decline. Despite the setback, the company declared a fully franked 2 cent dividend and showed signs of operational stabilization.

Johns Lyng Group reported a modest 1.8% revenue increase for FY25, driven by strong business-as-usual growth despite a steep decline in catastrophe-related income. The company’s FY26 forecast anticipates continued revenue expansion amid ongoing operational challenges.

Johns Lyng Group delivered steady FY25 financial results with revenue growth and strong core operations, while securing a $1.1 billion acquisition offer from Pacific Equity Partners.

IPD Group Limited has delivered record financial results for FY25, hitting the top end of its guidance with robust revenue growth and a significant dividend increase. The company’s strategic acquisitions and expansion into key infrastructure sectors underpin its optimistic outlook.