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Qantas Airways delivered a solid half-year performance with a 5.1% rise in underlying profit before tax to $1.456 billion, underpinned by strong travel demand and fleet renewal. The Group announced a fully franked interim dividend of $300 million and a $150 million on-market share buy-back.

Infotrust has agreed to sell its Cloud & Communications segment, Nexgen, to Aussie Broadband for $50 million, marking a decisive pivot towards cyber security. The move prompts withdrawal of FY26 earnings guidance as the company reshapes its future.

WAM Strategic Value Limited has reported a robust half-year performance, with net profit soaring 158.6% and an increased fully franked interim dividend. The company’s investment portfolio outperformed the market, underpinning strong shareholder returns.

MyState Limited reported a robust half-year result with a 61% rise in underlying net profit, driven by the full impact of its Auswide Bank merger and strong growth across key business lines. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 12 cents per share.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% increase in statutory net profit after tax to $5.367 billion for the half year ended December 2025, supported by lending growth and improved credit quality despite margin pressures and higher expenses. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of $2.35 per share.

FirstWave Cloud Technology has secured $264,982 in funding through a collaboration with the University of Sunshine Coast and CSIRO to fast-track AI-powered compliance and network intelligence software development.

Synertec Corporation Limited has reported a robust 25% increase in revenue for FY26 Q2 alongside a significant turnaround to positive operating cashflow, underpinned by strong project pipelines and strategic partnerships.

Excite Technology Services has reported a record-breaking quarter with $9.2 million in customer receipts, marking a 125% increase year-over-year, alongside positive operating cash flow and strategic contract wins.

Verbrec Limited has announced over $20 million in new contracts spanning biogas engineering, cyber security, pipeline maintenance, mining technology, and water security, reinforcing its leadership in energy transition and sustainable mining sectors.

Verbrec Limited has completed a transformative acquisition of Alliance Automation, significantly expanding its digital capabilities and service footprint across Australia and New Zealand.

Maggie Beer Holdings Ltd has announced a 1-for-10 non-renounceable entitlement offer priced at $0.056 per share, aiming to raise approximately $2.28 million to bolster its balance sheet and working capital. Eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand can participate, with options to apply for additional shares and a potential shortfall placement.

Big River Industries Ltd (ASX, BRI) is set to acquire John’s Building Supplies, a leading Western Australian distributor, in a $17 million deal that promises immediate earnings accretion and strategic growth in the WA market.