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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.

InvestSMART Group Ltd reports a solid half-year performance with funds under management reaching $750 million and a growing subscriber base, while outlining plans to enhance its digital wealth platform with AI and new services.

Austco Healthcare has reported a robust first half of 2026, with revenue surging 31% and EBITDA jumping 60%, underpinned by solid contract backlog and debt-free balance sheet.

The Lottery Corporation has reported a resilient half-year performance despite the lowest jackpot outcomes since its demerger, maintaining dividends and growing its digital footprint.

Step One Clothing Limited reported a sharp turnaround to a $8.468 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by a 24.5% revenue decline and inventory challenges. The company suspended dividends, citing the need to restore retained earnings.

National Australia Bank kicked off FY26 with a robust first quarter, posting a 15% increase in cash earnings driven by stronger underlying profits and improved asset quality. The bank’s strategic push in business and home lending, alongside disciplined cost management, underpinned this solid performance.

Spark New Zealand’s H1 FY26 results reveal a strong rebound in profitability driven by mobile service revenue growth and disciplined cost reductions, alongside the strategic sale of its data centre business.

Jayride Group Limited reports a narrower quarterly loss amid revenue challenges, secures $200,000 through convertible notes, and inks a new SaaS agreement with Thailand’s Drivemate to expand its mobility platform.

Carnavale Resources has retracted and replaced its recent investor presentation to correct overstated financial forecasts for gold prices above AUD 6,500/oz, reaffirming robust economics for its Kookynie Gold Project.

Kinatico Ltd reports robust H1 FY26 results, driven by a 49.5% surge in SaaS revenue and the launch of its AI-powered Kinatico Compliance platform, significantly broadening its addressable market.

MLG Oz Limited has delivered a robust half-year performance with revenue climbing 6% and EBITDA soaring 24.5%, underpinned by strong gold sector demand and operational efficiencies.

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.