Latest Cost Management News

Botanix Pharmaceuticals has agreed to terms with Piramal to establish an alternate supplier for the active ingredient in Sofdra, aiming to reduce costs by up to 40% and strengthen its supply chain.

DGL Group reported a 5.8% revenue decline to $225.2 million in H1 FY26, weighed down by audit qualifications, ERP rollout delays, and one-off impairments. Despite these headwinds, the company cut net debt by $16.4 million and advanced strategic site consolidations and new facility investments.

Scott Technology delivered a solid HY26 with 7% EBITDA growth to $13 million, driven by strong performances in Materials Handling and Mining, offsetting softness in Protein and Appliances. Forward work rose to $177 million, underpinning expectations for a stronger second half despite geopolitical uncertainties.

Red Sky Energy has secured full underwriting for its 2-for-3 non-renounceable rights issue to raise approximately AU$4.2 million, supported by sub-underwriting commitments from related parties. Concurrently, the company has initiated a cost reduction program including a 25% pay cut for senior management and staff reductions.

Scout Security Limited posted a $10.5 million net loss for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, driven largely by a $9.1 million goodwill impairment linked to its acquisition of Roo Inc. The company raised capital and secured new partnerships while facing ongoing going concern uncertainties.

TerraCom Limited announces the resignation of Managing Director Danny McCarthy effective 30 April 2026, with Chris Bourke appointed as interim CEO. McCarthy will support the transition until September 2026, while the Board confirms no changes to operational or strategic priorities.

Develop Global Limited (ASX:DVP) has reached steady-state production at its Woodlawn copper mine in NSW, surpassing its nameplate capacity and delivering significant quarterly gains in mining and processing volumes.

Summerset Group Holdings Limited reported a 34% increase in new occupation right sales in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, alongside a 19% rise in resales. Despite rising fuel prices linked to geopolitical tensions, the company maintains a strong sales pipeline and cost management strategies.

PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (ANTAM) reported a historic financial year in 2025, with revenue up 22% and net profit more than doubling to Rp7.92 trillion, driven by strong domestic demand and operational efficiency. The company also navigates evolving Indonesian mining regulations and ongoing legal challenges as it invests in downstream nickel projects.

NeuRizer Ltd has advanced its NeuRizer Urea Project with key environmental approvals and construction plans, while raising $350,000 through private placements. However, the company faces a trading suspension as it works to resolve audit and compliance issues with the ASX.

Andromeda Metals faces uncertainty in securing cornerstone funding for its Great White Project due to Middle East geopolitical tensions, while pushing forward with its High Purity Alumina pilot plant commissioning.

KMD Brands has reported solid half-year growth and launched a $65.3 million equity raising alongside debt refinancing to support its Next Level transformation strategy.