Latest Financial Covenants News

The week was split between big earnings reactions and small-cap rocks-and-rigs rallies. Pro Medicus sank despite record numbers, while a handful of explorers jumped on fresh discoveries and policy wins.

Explorers led the Materials tape as fresh drill stories and new ground deals pulled buyers into small caps. Big miners still delivered, but the loudest moves came from companies offering investors a near-term catalyst.

Paladin Energy reported a 16% increase in uranium production and a significant rise in sales volumes for the December 2025 quarter, alongside a successful equity raise and debt restructuring that enhance its financial flexibility.

Kelly Partners Group Holdings Limited reported a 17% rise in revenue for the half-year to December 2025, while statutory profit fell 15.5% due to acquisition costs and higher amortisation. Underlying earnings showed solid growth, reflecting the firm's core business strength.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT has reported a robust half-year result, doubling its profit to $243.5 million driven by significant fair value gains on its property portfolio, while maintaining stable distributions to unitholders.

G8 Education has announced a significant $350 million goodwill impairment for FY25, reflecting ongoing sector pressures. Despite this, the company maintains its EBIT guidance but suspends dividends and pauses its share buyback program.

Ainsworth Game Technology reveals a significant $43.1 million goodwill impairment tied to its North American operations, alongside other one-off losses, tempering its FY25 profit outlook.

The Star Entertainment Group reported a 6% revenue increase to $301 million and a return to EBITDA profit in Q2 FY26, driven by stable Sydney trading, seasonal Gold Coast strength, and a key Brisbane operator fee. Strategic investments and refinancing efforts mark a pivotal phase for the company.

Perseus Mining has expanded and refinanced its corporate debt facility to US$400 million, significantly enhancing its liquidity position to over US$1.2 billion. This move positions the gold miner strongly for future growth and shareholder returns.

Michael Hill International has successfully refinanced its $90 million debt facility, securing improved margins and extending the term to August 2028 with the addition of Commonwealth Bank as a new lender.

Paladin Energy has restructured its syndicated debt facility, reducing total debt capacity from US$150 million to US$110 million, enhancing liquidity and balance sheet flexibility following a strong equity raise in 2025.

NTAW Holdings has secured an extension of its financial covenant waiver with Commonwealth Bank of Australia until March 2026, while continuing to reduce its borrowing facility.