Latest Consumer Staples News

OMG Group Limited reported a robust 56% year-on-year increase in quarterly cash receipts, driven by expanded product distribution and a strategic $2 million capital raise. The company is poised for further growth with new retail partnerships and a high-profile marketing campaign ahead of the summer sales season.

The Calmer Co has reported a robust 26% increase in quarterly sales, driven by strong growth in Australia and the US, alongside a significant 39% reduction in cash used in operations, signaling clear progress toward profitability.

The Calmer Co. International Limited has delivered its strongest quarter yet, with revenue surging 26% to $2.4 million and operating cash outflows dropping to a historic low. Strategic growth across retail, e-commerce, and B2B channels underpins its confident path to breakeven.

Lark Distilling Co. reported a 10% increase in net sales for Q1 FY26, driven by strong domestic and Asian export growth, while preparing for a major brand restage and leadership change.

Whitefield Industrials reports a $10.5 million net profit for H1 2026, with a strong 17.1% annualised return over three years, maintaining its track record of benchmark outperformance and announcing a 10.5 cent fully franked dividend.

Bega Cheese delivered a robust FY2025 performance with a 23% rise in normalised EBITDA and a 74% jump in profit after tax, underpinned by strategic brand growth and operational efficiencies. The company raised its FY2026 EBITDA guidance and outlined ambitious plans for international expansion and product innovation.

Bega Cheese Limited reported robust FY2025 results marked by strategic site consolidations, innovation-led growth, and a strong financial position, setting the stage for an optimistic FY2026.

Abbott has received Overseas Investment Office approval to acquire Synlait Milk’s North Island manufacturing and warehouse facilities in a US$178 million deal, pending shareholder consent.

Maggie Beer Holdings has raised $3 million through a placement to Frisden Pty Ltd, linked to Maurice Crotti AO, and plans a $2 million rights issue to shareholders at the same discounted price.

Lynch Group Holdings Limited proposes a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by Hasfarm Bidco at a 23% premium, with unanimous board support and an independent expert endorsement. Shareholders will vote in November on a deal that would delist Lynch from the ASX.

Lynch Group Holdings Limited is moving closer to a $269 million acquisition by Hasfarm Bidco, with a shareholder meeting scheduled for 21 November 2025 to vote on the proposed scheme of arrangement. The transaction offers Lynch shareholders a 23% premium and is backed by an independent expert report and unanimous board recommendation.

Treasury Wine Estates reported robust fiscal 2025 results driven by luxury wine growth and acquisitions, yet has downgraded its fiscal 2026 earnings outlook due to weakening demand in China and distribution disruptions in California.