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Woolworths Group posted a modest 1.7% revenue increase to $69.1 billion for the 52 weeks ending June 2025, while earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) fell 12.6%, weighed down by challenges in its Australian Food and BIG W segments.

EDU Holdings has reported a striking 114% revenue increase in the first half of FY25, driven by strong enrolment growth at Ikon and a maiden fully-franked dividend declaration.

Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings has announced a fully franked dividend of AUD 0.04 per share for the six months ending June 2025, signaling steady shareholder returns amid a competitive media landscape.

McPherson’s Limited reported a 3.9% revenue decline in FY25 due to shedding non-strategic brands, while its core health and beauty brands grew modestly. The company’s transition to a wholesaler and third-party logistics model marks a pivotal shift aimed at long-term growth despite a widened net loss.

Duratec Limited reported record FY25 results with revenue of $573 million and a robust $4.16 billion project pipeline, driven by strong Energy and Emerging sectors growth. Despite Defence sector delays, the company is well positioned for expansion in FY26.

McPherson’s Limited reported a 3.9% revenue decline to $139 million in FY25 amid a strategic shift to a pharmacy wholesaler model, posting a $15 million net loss but signaling moderate EBITDA growth ahead.

Vonex Limited reported a significant reduction in net loss alongside operational improvements and a strengthened balance sheet, while advancing a major acquisition scheme with MaxoTel.

Nine Entertainment reported a solid FY25 with $2.7 billion revenue and $133 million net profit, driven by streaming and digital subscriptions, while crystallising value through a $1.4 billion Domain stake sale.

Lovisa Holdings delivered a robust FY25 with 14.2% sales growth, margin expansion, and over 160 new stores globally, setting a confident tone for FY26.

Australian Finance Group (AFG) reported a robust FY25 with record broker recruitment, loan book growth, and earnings, driven by technology adoption and diversified products. The company signals a positive outlook for FY26 amid expected cash rate cuts and market momentum.

Lovisa Holdings has reported a robust FY25 with revenue climbing 14.2% and over 160 new stores opened worldwide, signaling strong momentum in the fashion jewellery sector.

Lovisa Holdings Limited reported a 14.2% revenue increase to A$798.1 million for FY25, driven by a net addition of 131 stores globally. Profit after tax rose 4.8% to A$86.3 million, while the company declared a final unfranked dividend of 27 cents per share.