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Humm Group Limited has reported a remarkable 119% increase in cash profit after tax for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, alongside improved capital efficiency and reduced operating expenses. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend, underscoring its strengthened financial position.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation posts a robust 14.8% sales increase and a 31.8% jump in net profit for H1 FY25, driven by the Holman acquisition and solid cost efficiencies.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited reported a robust 14.8% revenue increase to US$676.5 million and a 31.8% rise in net profit after tax to US$67.2 million for H1 FY25, driven by the full contribution from its Holman Industries acquisition.

Mighty Kingdom has completed a strategic review, trimming $2.5 million in annual costs without disrupting current contracts and positioning itself for new revenue growth.

Lendlease Group has reported a robust turnaround in its half-year results, posting an operating profit after tax of $122 million and advancing its strategic capital recycling initiatives. The company is on track to reduce gearing and enhance operational efficiency amid ongoing market challenges.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported a modest dip in cash earnings for the half year ended December 2024, offset by strong residential lending growth and a maintained fully franked dividend. The bank’s strategic investments and digital transformation efforts continue amid margin compression and rising expenses.

Chalice Mining has achieved a major metallurgical breakthrough at its Gonneville Project, enabling the production of saleable copper and nickel concentrates from low-grade ores without costly hydrometallurgical processing. This innovation promises to significantly reduce capital and operating costs while improving project margins.

BlueScope reported a $179 million net profit for 1H FY2025 amid challenging steel market conditions, while announcing a 30 cents per share dividend and a $240 million buy-back plan. The company is banking on cost initiatives and market recovery to boost earnings in the second half.

Wellnex Life Limited has locked in A$9 million in conditional commitments to support its proposed dual listing on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market, alongside launching a 1:1 entitlement offer for existing shareholders.

Pure Foods Tasmania has executed key loan extensions with Commonwealth Bank and outlined a comprehensive turnaround strategy to address its financial challenges, despite ongoing material uncertainty over its going concern status.

Pro Medicus has delivered a record first half in FY25, driven by strong revenue growth, major contract wins, and successful implementations that position it well for future expansion.

Downer EDI Limited has reported a strong financial turnaround in the first half of FY25, with significant earnings growth and improved cash flow despite a revenue decline influenced by divestments and softer market conditions.