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Bank of Queensland’s statutory profit fell 20% to $136 million in 1H26, weighed down by a $31 million loss on its equipment finance portfolio sale. The bank advances its digital transformation and plans a $3.7 billion capital release with Challenger Limited, maintaining strong capital and dividend guidance.

Alkane Resources delivered 45,776 ounces of gold equivalent in Q3 2026, boosted cash and bullion holdings to $362 million, and maintained its full-year production guidance amid stable operations.

Bank of Queensland (ASX: BOQ) has announced a strategic capital partnership with Challenger Limited (ASX: CGF), involving a $3.7 billion whole-of-loan sale and a forward flow arrangement for equipment finance assets. The deal aims to optimise BOQ’s funding base, support SME equipment finance growth, and enable capital returns to shareholders.

COG Financial Services reported solid half-year results with an 8% rise in underlying revenue and a 14% increase in profit after tax, driven by acquisitions and expanded equity stakes. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend of 3.5 cents per share.

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.

Ashley Services Group has reported a robust first half for 2026, with significant growth in earnings and dividends, underpinned by strong labour hire and training divisions.

AIC Mines Limited reported robust half-year results for December 2025, boosted by higher copper and gold prices despite weather-related sales disruptions. The company’s Jericho project and Eloise plant expansion remain on track, underpinning growth prospects.

Aguia Resources reported a challenging quarter with cash outflows exceeding inflows, leaving less than one quarter of funding available. The company plans capital raises and anticipates improved cash flow from its phosphate and gold projects.

Lotus Resources reports steady progress at its Kayelekera uranium mine despite supply challenges, while its Letlhakane project shows promising metallurgical advances. The company targets full production and first shipments in the second quarter of 2026.

Lotus Resources has made significant progress resolving sulphuric acid supply issues critical to ramping up production at its Kayelekera Uranium Mine, though full steady-state output is now expected in the second quarter of 2026.

Develop Global Limited reported a positive operating cash flow of AUD 18.8 million for the December 2025 quarter, maintaining robust liquidity despite significant investing and financing cash outflows.

Mitchell Services Limited has reported a remarkable first half of FY26, posting a 71% increase in quarterly EBITDA and achieving a net cash position of $7.2 million. The company’s strong operating cashflows and improved market conditions underpin its optimistic outlook.