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Steamships Trading Company Limited reported a robust 46% rise in net profit for 2025, driven by strategic investments and operational improvements, while proposing a higher dividend despite ongoing ERP upgrade expenses.

ECS Botanics has reported a return to profitability and positive cash flow in the first half of FY26, driven by a strategic shift to branded products and major infrastructure expansion.

Investigator Silver Limited’s Definitive Feasibility Study confirms the Paris Silver Project as a high-margin, low-risk development with rapid payback and modest funding needs. The study outlines a conventional open-pit mine in South Australia, poised for near-term production with robust financial metrics.

Rectifier Technologies Ltd reported a 61% plunge in revenue for H1 2026, resulting in a $2.35 million loss amid a softening EV charging market. The company is pushing forward with new product prototypes and exploring clean energy opportunities.

Ainsworth Game Technology reported a 10% revenue increase to AUD 290.8 million for 2025 but posted a net loss of AUD 19.2 million, driven by a significant goodwill impairment and foreign currency headwinds. The company’s strategic investments and market challenges set the stage for a pivotal year ahead.

Latrobe Magnesium has successfully achieved continuous production of magnesium oxide from brown coal ash at its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant, marking a critical step towards magnesium metal production later this year.

Kina Securities Limited reported a 20% increase in statutory net profit after tax to PGK 120.7 million for 2025, driven by strong revenue growth and loan book expansion. The bank declared a higher final dividend and anticipates continued earnings growth in 2026 amid favourable economic conditions and tax cuts.

GLG Corp Ltd reported an 18.7% drop in revenue to USD 54.1 million for the half year ended December 2025, resulting in a net loss amid challenging macroeconomic conditions and tariff pressures. Despite operational efficiencies improving gross margins, the company refrained from declaring an interim dividend.

6K Additive, a US-based metal powder innovator, reports a 3.85% revenue dip to US$17.7 million and narrows net loss to US$17.9 million in its first ASX-listed year. The company plans a fivefold capacity expansion backed by significant government grants and a US$27.4 million loan.

Raiz Invest Limited reported a robust half-year performance for the period ending 31 December 2025, with revenue climbing 23.9% and a return to profitability driven by increased customer engagement and funds under management.

Anteris Technologies Global Corp. posted a $94.2 million loss for 2025 amid a 29% revenue decline, while progressing its pivotal DurAVR THV clinical trial and securing $320 million in early 2026 financings.

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited reported a robust 6.9% rise in system sales revenue for 1H26, underpinned by strong Australian franchisee performance and overseas expansion. Profit before tax climbed 16.5%, boosted by property revaluations and disciplined cost management.