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The Alternative Investment Trust (AIQ) posted a 2.0% diluted NTA return in 2025, weighed down by an 8% appreciation of the Australian dollar against its largely USD-denominated portfolio. The trust bolstered its capital base with a A$34.5 million rights issue and increased exposure to the WSS Master Fund.

Mainfreight Limited’s 2026 Annual Report reveals a 2.8% rise in revenue to NZ$5.38 billion, while profit before tax slipped 8.5% to NZ$351 million. The integrated logistics group is investing heavily in property and technology, advancing sustainability despite regional profit challenges.

Synlait Milk has locked in a NZ$320 million refinancing package with a broad banking syndicate and replaced its $130 million shareholder loan, while shifting its financial year-end to December to match its major shareholder.

Greatland Resources has reported a 62% surge in its Group Ore Reserve to 5.0 million ounces of gold as of March 2026, driven by a 150% jump in the Telfer Ore Reserve to 1.8 million ounces following a major drilling campaign.

Mesoblast has drawn US$50 million from a new five-year facility that reduces its interest burden and retires expensive short-term debt, strengthening its financial position ahead of commercial expansion.

Aurelia Metals has completed financial close on a A$150 million senior secured financing package, enhancing liquidity and releasing A$46 million of restricted cash.

Frasers Group has initiated an unconditional on-market takeover bid for Accent Group at $0.65 per share, aiming to increase its stake beyond 22.9% amid concerns over Accent’s recent financial performance and strategic direction.

QuickFee Limited has reported a robust 77% increase in Australian originations for Q4 FY26 to-date, driven by strong Fee Funding and Disbursement Funding growth. The company boosted its Australian credit facility by A$15 million, signalling confidence in its low-risk lending model, while US operations focus on reseller channel expansion amid a product embedding delay.

Greatland Resources has locked in a $500 million debt facility with major banks, boosting liquidity to over $1.7 billion as it commits to developing its Havieron gold-copper project.

Third Age Health Services posted a 17.9% revenue increase and 24.7% profit rise for FY26, driven by strategic acquisitions and expansion in aged residential care services.

Champion Iron Limited reported a 19% increase in net profit to C$168.7 million for FY2026, driven by record production and sales, progress on its DRPF project, and the strategic acquisition of Rana Gruber.

Ainsworth Game Technology posted a 10% revenue increase in FY25 to $291 million, driven by strong Asia Pacific growth, while North American challenges weigh on H1 2026 outlook.