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FOS Capital reported a 12% revenue decline and an EBITDA loss of $0.5 million in FY26, impacted by softer market conditions and project delays. However, a $10 million order book and record $130 million pipeline set the stage for a potential turnaround in FY27.

HMC Capital reported a statutory loss of $111.6 million for FY26 amid significant fair value losses, yet delivered operating earnings close to guidance and maintained its dividend. The group’s strategic partnerships and capital recycling position it for a 16% rise in underlying earnings in FY27.

Nine Entertainment Co. Holdings Limited posted a $511 million statutory net profit for FY26, driven by significant portfolio restructuring and growth in digital and outdoor advertising, while advancing AI licensing partnerships.

Retail Food Group (ASX:RFG) posted a 10.7% revenue drop to A$127.9 million in FY26 but returned to profit with a statutory net profit of A$1.1 million, driven by cost rationalisation and operational improvements.

Meridian Energy (NZX:MEL) reported a strong turnaround in FY26 with a $130 million net profit after tax, driven by improved hydro and wind generation, retail growth, and strategic investments in renewable projects and grid flexibility.

Abacus Group (ASX:ABG) posted a statutory net loss of $74.5 million for FY26, driven by a $122.1 million accounting hit from reclassifying its Storage King stake following management internalisation, while Funds from Operations dipped slightly and distributions were held steady.

Genetic Signatures narrowed its FY2026 net loss by 30% to $14 million amid a strategic overhaul, signing a key 10-year supply deal with Denmark’s Hvidovre Hospital and resetting its US market approach.

Hawsons Iron Limited has closed its Share Purchase Plan raising $1.23 million through the issuance of 111.82 million shares at $0.011 each, accompanied by free attaching options. Directors contributed $90,000, reinforcing alignment with shareholders.

Woodside Energy delivered a strong first half in 2026, with revenue up 13% to $7.45 billion, net profit after tax reaching $1.67 billion, and key LNG and oil projects advancing on schedule. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 57 US cents per share amid ongoing global market volatility.

Beforepay Group reported a 57% jump in cash NPAT to $15.7 million for FY26, driven by strong advances growth and scaling of its Personal Loans product. The company also secured a $100 million credit facility to fuel further expansion.

Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) posted a $39.9 million statutory net profit after tax for FY26, reversing a prior year loss, while navigating geopolitical headwinds and receiving competing takeover bids.

NZME delivered a notable turnaround in the first half of 2026, doubling operating profit and cutting net debt by $13.9 million, led by strong audio revenue and digital expansion despite a challenging economic backdrop.