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OpenLearning Limited reported a 12% year-on-year increase in SaaS annual recurring revenue to $2.364 million in Q1 FY25, driven by AI-powered product adoption and international customer growth. Strategic acquisitions and partnerships are positioning the company for larger contracts and diversified revenue streams.

Harvest Technology Group reported a 19% improvement in normalized EBITDA for Q3 FY25 alongside a $1.6 million capital raise, reinforcing its strategic plan to achieve profitability by FY27.

1414 Degrees Ltd advances its transformation into a full-service decarbonised energy provider, delivering key technology and commercial milestones in Q3 FY25 while maintaining a stable cash position.

Hydrix Limited reports improved operating performance in Q3 FY25, buoyed by FDA clearance of its Gyder Surgical Hip Navigation system and a reduced cash operating loss, while managing tight liquidity with shareholder support.

MedAdvisor Limited reports a steep decline in 3Q FY25 revenue, driven by US market challenges, while accelerating cost-cutting and reaffirming full-year guidance.

Westgold Resources reported a record A$80 million increase in cash, bullion, and liquid investments in Q3 FY25, maintaining steady gold production and cost guidance while advancing key mine ramp-ups and strategic divestments.

Northern Minerals has made significant progress on its Browns Range Heavy Rare Earths Project, advancing its feasibility study and exploration while raising $41.5 million, positioning itself as a strategic alternative amid growing geopolitical supply risks.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited has been awarded two significant grants totaling A$3 million by the US Department of Defense, validating its innovative insecticide technologies Flavocide® and Qcide®. The company is advancing regulatory filings and scaling production to target both military and civilian markets.

Challenger Limited reported a robust 12% increase in normalized NPAT to $225 million for 1H25, underpinned by strong earnings, dividend growth, and strategic investments in technology and distribution channels.

The a2 Milk Company posted robust first-half FY25 results, lifting revenue by 10.1% and net profit by 7.6%, while introducing a dividend policy for the first time. Strong English label IMF sales and liquid milk growth underpin an upgraded full-year outlook.

Computershare Limited reported a 6.7% decline in revenue to $1.5 billion for the half-year ended December 2024, primarily due to the sale of its US Mortgage Services business. However, profit after tax from continuing operations surged 24.9% to $286.5 million, underpinning an interim dividend of AU 45 cents per share.

Janison Education Group reported a steady 3% revenue increase in 1H FY25, underpinned by a 280% expansion in its customer pipeline and the operational launch of its AI platform. The company’s disciplined cost management and strategic leadership appointments position it for sustained growth in the global edtech market.