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Kingfish Limited posted a $13.6 million net loss for the year ended 31 March 2026, with portfolio returns lagging the benchmark amid geopolitical tensions and AI sector uncertainty.

General Capital Limited posted record revenue growth of 18% to $26.76 million for FY26, driven by a 63% jump in loan receivables and a 34% rise in term deposits. The group declared a final dividend, reflecting confidence amid economic uncertainty and a positive credit rating upgrade for its finance subsidiary.

Metcash Limited posted a modest rise in FY26 revenue and EBITDA, driven by strong Food segment growth and strategic acquisitions, while facing pressure in Hardware margins and suspending its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Freedom Bidco has increased its unsolicited cash offer for Strata Investment Holdings to A$0.22 per share, presenting shareholders with a premium liquidity option ahead of Strata’s imminent ASX delisting. The offer includes a cash alternative and a share swap, while Freedom Bidco accuses Strata’s board of obstructive tactics and governance failings.

Ryder Capital Limited has launched a fresh on-market buy-back program targeting up to 8 million ordinary shares, extending its capital management strategy through mid-2027 without requiring shareholder approval.

3P Learning confirms FY26 guidance, wins a New Zealand Ministry of Education contract, secures a $5.5 million tax refund, and signals a return to dividends with a $9.6 million payout planned.

Acrow Limited (ASX:ACF) is set to expand its Industrial Access and Construction Services footprint with a $54.5 million acquisition of Ausgroup and Preston SuperDeck, funded by a fully underwritten $70 million equity raise and a $10 million share purchase plan. The company also upgraded its FY27 revenue and EBITDA guidance by 21% and 15% respectively.

Qube Holdings has postponed its second court hearing for the $5.20-per-share takeover by Rubik Australia, awaiting key regulatory approvals. The company plans to proceed with shareholder meetings and intends to pay a fully franked special dividend if the scheme proceeds.

WCM Global Growth Limited has renewed its on-market share buy-back program for another year, signalling ongoing capital management flexibility amid evolving market conditions.

Green Cross Health Limited reported a 28% rise in net profit to NZD 20.4 million for FY26, driven by gains in both pharmacy and medical divisions. The company announced a conditional sale of its Medical division to Tend Health for NZD 270 million, aiming to refocus on its core pharmacy business.

Alfabs Australia is sharpening its financial focus with a plan to double or triple free cash flow by FY2028, underpinned by a disciplined capital framework and a clear dividend reinstatement path.

Helloworld Travel has downgraded its FY26 Underlying EBITDA forecast to $57-$62 million, citing the impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on airline capacity and travel bookings. Despite near-term setbacks, forward bookings from July show signs of recovery.