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Harmoney Corp Limited reported a striking 166% rise in Cash NPAT to $6.1 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by robust loan originations and improved interest margins. The company’s scalable model and refinancing efforts underpin its strong financial momentum.

Rio Tinto reported solid 2025 results with an 8% increase in copper equivalent production and disciplined cost management, driving a 9% rise in underlying EBITDA to $25.4 billion. The company marked major project completions and maintained a strong dividend payout.

Ashley Services Group has reported a robust first half for 2026, with significant growth in earnings and dividends, underpinned by strong labour hire and training divisions.

TALi Digital Limited reported a 116% increase in half-year losses to $570,848 amid the integration of its recent acquisition, You Can Do It! Education. Revenue nearly doubled, reflecting early benefits from the expanded digital health and education platform.

NAOS Small Cap Opportunities Company Limited reported a remarkable half-year profit surge and declared a steady quarterly dividend, despite portfolio returns lagging the benchmark index.

Universal Store Holdings has reported a robust first half of FY26, with sales and profits climbing significantly across its key brands, supported by margin gains and strategic investments.

Enero Group’s half-year results reveal a 6.3% revenue decline but a striking 119% surge in adjusted profit, alongside strategic leadership changes and a steady dividend.

Sonic Healthcare has reported a robust half-year performance, with revenue climbing 16.6% to A$5.45 billion and net profit rising 10.9%, underpinned by organic growth and key acquisitions. The company maintains its full-year guidance amid ongoing US business rationalisation.

Genesis Minerals has reported a remarkable fourfold increase in net profit after tax to A$238 million for the first half of FY26, driven by a 58% rise in gold production and robust margins. The company’s strong cash position and accelerated growth plans position it well for the year ahead.

Elevra Lithium reported solid Q2 FY26 production and revenue results while progressing its North American Lithium brownfield expansion and forging strategic supply partnerships.

Wesfarmers has reported a 9.3% rise in net profit after tax to $1.6 billion for H1 2026, driven by robust performances in Bunnings, Kmart Group, and lithium operations. The company also announced a 7.4% increase in its interim dividend amid ongoing cost pressures and strategic AI partnerships.

Telstra Group Limited reported solid half-year results for December 2025, with revenue and profit growth underpinning a higher dividend and an expanded share buy-back program. The company’s Connected Future 30 strategy continues to drive operational momentum amid disciplined cost management.