Latest Cost Reduction News

SciDev Ltd has completed a strategic review addressing past underperformance and is refocusing on an integrated water solutions platform targeting core markets. The company confirmed FY26 guidance with revenue of $82 to $87 million and underlying EBITDA of approximately $4 million, while maintaining a sound balance sheet.

Peak Processing has reported three consecutive months of positive EBITDA and raised its Q4 FY26 beverage production guidance to approximately 1.6 million units, surpassing earlier estimates.

Hydralyte USA secures A$392,000 through a share placement, appoints two new non-executive directors, and implements significant cost reductions following CEO resignation as it targets cash-flow break-even and strategic expansion.

Temas Resources is on track to fully commission its Ontario metallurgical lab by July 2026, initiating large-scale testing of La Blache project material to refine its proprietary RCL technology and support commercialization.

Southern Cross Media Group trims FY26 revenue and EBITDA forecasts amid tougher TV advertising conditions, initiating a major cost reduction program targeting up to 300 job cuts and $150 million in annual savings.

Aurum Resources has unveiled a robust Pre-Feasibility Study for its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, declaring a maiden Probable Ore Reserve of 1.21 million ounces and targeting first gold production in early 2028.

Spenda Limited (ASX:SPX) has kicked off an $8.545 million accelerated entitlement offer at a steep discount, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet, reduce debt, and support its strategic reset towards profitability.

Treasury Wine Estates (ASX:TWE) unveils its Ascent transformation, targeting $100 million annual savings, portfolio focus on Power Brands, and a leaner supply chain to lift margins and reduce leverage by FY28.

FortifAI has appointed Kelly Herrell, a seasoned Silicon Valley CEO with a track record of scaling infrastructure tech companies to IPO and acquisition, as its new CEO. Herrell’s leadership aims to accelerate commercialisation of FortifAI’s AI Data Plane technology through its Nol8 subsidiary.

Burger Fuel Group reported a 91.8% surge in net profit to NZD 1.97 million for FY26, driven by sales growth, reduced legal costs, and a one-off store sale gain, despite geopolitical headwinds in the Middle East.

Qoria Limited is moving towards a transformative merger with US-based Aura Consolidated Group, Inc., combining complementary digital safety platforms and targeting growth through a $100 million capital raise and ASX listing.

Metro Performance Glass has significantly improved its financial footing in FY26, cutting net debt by more than half and boosting EBITDA before significant items to $18.2 million despite subdued markets in New Zealand and Australia.