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Nick Scali Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.39 per share for the six months ending 31 December 2025, signalling steady returns for shareholders.

Nick Scali Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with a 36% rise in net profit, driven by strong sales growth and margin improvements in Australia and New Zealand, while UK operations show signs of recovery following extensive store refurbishments.

Elixinol Wellness reported a 9.5% revenue increase in Q4 FY25 alongside a 30% reduction in operating costs, setting a clear path to profitability under fresh executive leadership.

Breville Group Limited has reported a record half-year revenue of $1.1 billion for the six months ended December 2025, alongside modest profit growth and a raised interim dividend.

EcoGraf Limited has secured a cooperation agreement with the European Investment Bank to advance its vertically integrated battery anode materials projects, reinforcing its role in sustainable critical raw materials supply for the EU.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT delivered consistent earnings growth in 1H FY26, underpinned by strong operational execution and disciplined capital management. The REIT reaffirmed its FY26 guidance while progressing a substantial development pipeline valued at over $650 million.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, balancing lending growth with margin pressures and increased technology investment.

KMD Brands reports strong sales momentum in the first five months of FY26, led by Kathmandu’s impressive growth in Australia and New Zealand, while EBITDA guidance signals a significant profit uplift.

Bubs Australia reports a 14% increase in half-year revenue, powered by a 47% jump in US sales, while other regions face challenges. The company remains optimistic about FDA approval and market recovery in H2 FY26.

RooLife Group Limited (ASX, RLG) reported a strong Q2 FY2026 with revenue climbing to $3.25 million, driven by rapid growth in its RLG Coffee range in China. The company’s lean, data-driven marketplace model is scaling efficiently despite expected seasonal slowdowns.

Cycliq Group Ltd reported a 21% decline in customer receipts for Q2 FY2026, offset by a solid net operating cash inflow and a strong Black Friday campaign that generated $1.3 million in gross revenue.

Contact Energy's December 2025 report reveals stronger mass market sales and wholesale contracts alongside increased generation costs and ongoing renewable project developments.