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Appen Limited has reported a slight revenue decline and a notable increase in net loss for the 2025 financial year, prompting the company to withhold its final dividend.

Embark Early Education Limited delivered a robust 2025 financial performance, marked by significant revenue and EBITDA growth, while setting sights on expanding through a strategic takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited.

MyEco Group has reported a 38% improvement in profit before tax and a 51% rise in normalised EBITDA for the first half of FY26, driven by operational restructuring and targeted sales growth. The company’s refreshed leadership team and strategic priorities set the stage for further expansion in sustainable packaging markets.

Epiminder Limited has reported a $21.7 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside a successful $125 million IPO that fuels its commercialisation of the FDA-approved Minder epilepsy monitoring device.

Big River Industries has posted a $1.4 million profit for the half-year ending December 2025, reversing a substantial loss from the previous year, while completing a strategic acquisition in Perth.

Doctor Care Anywhere has reported its first profitable year, driven by a 6.5% revenue growth and improved margins, setting the stage for accelerated growth in 2026. The telehealth provider reaffirms ambitious medium-term targets amid operational enhancements and new clinical pathways.

AuMEGA Metals has confirmed a $30 million oversubscribed financing led by Condire Investors to fund expanded drilling and exploration in Newfoundland. The capital raise is structured in two tranches, with the first closing expected in early March and the second pending shareholder approval.

NextEd Group Limited reported a 16.7% rise in underlying EBITDA and a 92% reduction in NPAT loss for H1 FY26, underpinned by AI integration and a strategic shift to higher-margin education segments.

Meridian Energy has reported a robust turnaround with a NZD 227 million net profit after tax for the first half of 2026, driven by record wind generation and strong hydro inflows. The company also raised its interim dividend and advanced multiple renewable projects.

Acrow Ltd reported a robust 23% revenue increase in 1H FY26, driven by its expanding Industrial Access division, even as net profit fell 22% amid Queensland market softness. The company’s strategic investments and acquisitions position it well for future growth.

Bapcor Limited has postponed its half-year financial results release to no later than 27 February 2026 and is seeking an extension of its trading suspension, hinting at a potential capital raising.

Nuchev Limited reported a 12% increase in revenue to $12.38 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by growth in core products and offshore markets. However, the company’s net loss widened to $2.34 million amid ongoing investments in marketing, product development, and international expansion.