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Infotrust has agreed to acquire Canberra-based Catalyst Cyber, marking a strategic push into federal government cyber security markets with an expected earnings boost from the deal.

Verbrec Limited reports a strong first half of FY2026, with revenue climbing to $46.1 million and EBITDA more than doubling, driven by the strategic acquisition of Alliance Automation.

WAM Alternative Assets Limited reported a robust half-year result with net profit surging 40% and declared a 3.0 cents per share interim dividend. The company expanded its private debt exposure and introduced a new treasury solution, underpinning its diversified alternative assets strategy.

PEXA Group Limited reported a 10% revenue increase and a 19% rise in EBITDA for the half-year ended December 2025, while announcing its strategic exit from the Digital Solutions segment with a significant loss.

Infotrust Ltd reported a significant $16.5 million half-year loss driven by a $15.6 million impairment on its Cloud and Communications segment, which it plans to divest for up to $50 million. The move refocuses the company on its core Cyber Security business amid steady revenue growth.

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.