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Kingfish Limited’s portfolio edged higher in April, buoyed by strong performances from Mercury and Infratil, while a2 Milk and Summerset weighed on returns amid operational and economic headwinds.

Bioxyne has locked in a two-year, $50 million exclusive supply agreement with German pharmaceutical distributor ADREXpharma, granting exclusive rights to its Dr Watson® brand in Germany and reinforcing its foothold in Europe’s largest medicinal cannabis market.

Super Retail Group reports a subdued second half in FY26 with 0.4% like-for-like sales growth, impacted by geopolitical tensions and inflation, while costs rise to $66 million due to accelerated projects.

Sigma Healthcare reports robust growth in Chemist Warehouse sales across Australia and internationally, announces a joint venture to enter the UK market, and secures a major distribution centre lease in New Zealand to support its expanding network.

Resmed delivered a robust Q3 FY2026 with 11% revenue growth, margin expansion, and a 21% jump in non-GAAP EPS, while announcing a new U.S. distribution centre and a $0.60 dividend.

Kingfish Limited’s portfolio endured a tough first quarter of 2026, with a 7.2% adjusted NAV decline amid Iran conflict-driven volatility. While a2 Milk’s expansion in China buoyed gains, shares in consumer-exposed names and tech-linked Vista Group plunged sharply.

Janus Electric has locked in two California HVIP vouchers worth US$112,500 each for its initial US vehicle conversions, validating its tech under a key decarbonisation program. It also inked a non-binding MOU with Energy One to explore battery swap and charging infrastructure for Class 8 freight trucks across North America.

Myer Holdings reports a strong first half with total sales up 24.5% and underlying NPAT rising 21.7%, driven by brand expansion and strategic investments. The group’s growth strategy remains firmly on track amid ongoing market challenges.

Vitura Health has inked a binding distribution agreement with MedReleaf Australia, unlocking access to a broad medicinal cannabis portfolio across its extensive pharmacy network. This deal could add up to AUD 15 million annually, positioning Vitura as a dominant player in the evolving Australian market.

Briscoe Group Limited reported record full-year sales of NZD 798.8 million for FY2026, with net profit after tax dipping slightly to NZD 59.2 million. The company maintained dividends and invested heavily in supply chain upgrades despite a challenging retail environment.

Michael Hill International reported a 3% rise in group sales and a 28.6% jump in comparable EBIT for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by strong performances across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Despite improved earnings and cash flow, the board has opted to withhold an interim dividend, signalling cautious optimism.

Coles Group reported a 2.5% revenue increase to $23.7 billion for the half year ended January 2026, driven by strong supermarket sales, but earnings were weighed down by a $235 million provision linked to a Fair Work Ombudsman ruling. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 41 cents per share.