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SEEK Limited posted strong half-year revenue growth and record dividends, but a hefty impairment charge on its Chinese associate Zhaopin led to a significant net loss. The company’s strategic platform unification and Sidekicker reacquisition underpin operational momentum despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Sims Limited reported a robust fiscal 2026 half-year underlying profit, boosted by strong performances in its Lifecycle Services and North American metal operations. Despite statutory losses from derivative impacts, the company declared a healthy interim dividend and outlined strategic investments for future growth.

Deterra Royalties Limited has reported a record half-year net profit after tax of A$87.2 million, driven by strong revenue growth from its core Mining Area C royalty and successful divestment of non-core assets. The company also declared a higher fully franked interim dividend and advanced its Thacker Pass lithium project in Nevada.

Smart Parking Limited has reported record first-half results for FY26, driven by strong organic growth and a successful US acquisition that boosted earnings per share by over 30%.

Macmahon Holdings has reported a robust first half of FY26, delivering double-digit growth in revenue and earnings alongside a significant dividend increase and reaffirmed full-year guidance.

Qualitas Limited reports robust interim results for the six months to December 2025, driven by strong deployment and expanding investor mandates, reaffirming its FY26 guidance.

Qualitas Limited has delivered a standout first half of FY26, posting a 30% rise in normalised net profit before tax and record investment deployment, reinforcing its position in Australia’s alternative investment sector.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund reported a robust 33.7% increase in net assets to over $1 billion and a 5% rise in operating profit for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by strategic capital raisings and strong portfolio management.

Praemium Limited is undertaking a major restructure of its technology division following its acquisition of Technotia Laboratories, aiming to streamline operations and reduce costs while enhancing technological capabilities.

Contact Energy Limited has reported a striking 43.9% increase in net profit for the half-year ending December 2025, even as revenue fell by 5.3%. The company’s acquisition of Manawa Energy Limited has boosted its net tangible assets, underpinning a healthy interim dividend.

GWA Group Limited reported solid half-year growth in revenue and earnings, driven by volume gains and strategic initiatives including a new AI partnership. The company also lifted its interim dividend, signalling confidence despite mixed market conditions ahead.

Ansell Limited reported a robust 61.5% surge in net profit for the first half of FY26, driven by operational efficiencies and strategic acquisitions, while announcing a planned CEO transition.