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QuickFee Limited has reported a dramatic turnaround with a $36.45 million profit in H1 FY26, driven by the sale of its US Pay Now business and a strategic capital return to shareholders. Underlying operations show promising growth despite divestments.

FOS Capital Ltd has revealed a decline in revenue and increased losses for the half-year ending December 2025, impacted by significant one-off restructuring costs related to Aldrige. No interim dividend was declared, reflecting cautious management amid ongoing challenges.

Cuscal Limited reported a robust half-year result for FY26, with profit after tax surging 76% following the strategic acquisition of Indue Limited. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend and upgraded its full-year earnings guidance.

NZME Limited has reported a significant turnaround in 2025, posting a statutory net profit after tax of NZD 13.1 million and a 15% increase in operating EBITDA, underpinned by strong digital revenue growth across its divisions.

Global Masters Fund Limited reported a half-year net loss despite a modest increase in operating revenue, impacted by currency fluctuations and portfolio underperformance. No dividend was declared as the fund focuses on long-term capital growth.

L1 Global Long Short Fund Limited reports a remarkable half-year turnaround with a 609% jump in net profit, driven by a new investment manager and a refreshed strategy. The company also declares a fully franked interim dividend as it completes a major equity raise and portfolio transition.

WAM Active Limited has successfully closed an oversubscribed entitlement offer, raising $70.7 million and increasing its asset base by over 84%, enhancing liquidity and market presence.

Argo Global Listed Infrastructure Limited has reported a sharp 72% decline in half-year profit for the period ending December 2025, driven by unrealised fair value losses on its investment portfolio. Despite this, the company has declared a higher fully franked interim dividend of 4.5 cents per share.

Perpetual Equity Investment Company Limited reported a robust net profit increase for the first half of 2026 and maintained its fully franked interim dividend, reinforcing its commitment to reliable shareholder income amid market uncertainties.

Alfabs Australia reported a 28% revenue rise to $55.6 million in H1 2026, but EBITDA fell due to a $2.8 million Dartbrook mine impact and softer engineering margins. The company is investing heavily in mining hire assets and pursuing a strategic acquisition to drive future growth.

IMDEX Limited has reported its strongest first half ever, with revenue climbing 16% to $247 million, driven by robust market share gains and key acquisitions that broaden its mining technology portfolio.

McMillan Shakespeare Limited reported a 9.7% rise in statutory net profit for the first half of FY26, driven by strong revenue growth and productivity gains. The company declared a fully franked 62 cent dividend and announced a $10 million on-market share buyback.