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International Equities Corporation Ltd reported a sharp 40% revenue decline and increased losses for the December 2025 quarter, driven by economic pressures and weak tourism. The company has ceased operations at Seasons Heritage Melbourne as lease challenges mount.

Alliance Aviation Services reported record FY25 revenue and flying hours but faces margin pressures from rising costs and a major contract renegotiation. The company’s refreshed leadership is focused on operational improvements and debt reduction in FY26.

K&S Corporation has issued a cautious earnings update, forecasting a significant decline in underlying profit before tax for the first half of 2025 compared to last year.

Reece Limited reported an 8% rise in first-quarter sales driven by network expansion, while profitability dipped due to higher costs and investments. The company also completed a $365 million share buyback, signaling confidence despite subdued market conditions.

Monash IVF Group reported solid FY25 revenue and EBITDA growth despite sector softness and clinical incidents, while announcing a leadership transition and dividend pause.

Desane Group Holdings posted a $3.3 million net profit for FY25, bolstered by key lease extensions and a $6.2 million property valuation uplift despite ongoing post-pandemic challenges.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 2% increase in cash NPAT to approximately $2.6 billion for 1Q26, supported by lending and deposit growth despite margin pressures and rising expenses.

Ramelius Resources has released a Definitive Feasibility Study for its Rebecca-Roe Gold Project, confirming strong economics with a post-tax NPV of A$692 million and average annual production of 130,000 ounces over nine years.

Bathurst Resources’ subsidiary Telkwa Mining has released an updated feasibility study for its Tenas Steelmaking Coal Project, confirming reserve validity and boosting project valuation despite significant cost inflation.

Briscoes Group has reported a resilient half-year performance for the period ending July 2025, maintaining near-record sales and solid profits despite ongoing economic challenges. Strategic investments in technology and infrastructure continue to position the company for future growth.

Briscoe Group Limited reported a near-flat half-year sales performance with a modest decline in net profit, while advancing key strategic investments including a new distribution centre. The company declared a 10-cent interim dividend amid cautious economic outlook.

Collins Foods delivered record $1.5 billion revenue in FY25, pivoting to focus on KFC growth in Australia and Germany while exiting Taco Bell. Despite impairments and wage remediation costs, the company targets strong profit growth in FY26.