Latest Financial Outlook News

The a2 Milk Company reports robust demand for its infant formula in China but warns that supply chain disruptions, linked partly to the Middle East conflict, will dampen sales and margins in FY26.

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited (ASX: EOS) has responded to ASX queries confirming that non-executive director Robert Nicholson’s on-market purchase of shares complied with the company’s trading policy and ASX Listing Rules. The trade occurred prior to the public announcement of significant US defence contracts.

Charter Hall (ASX: CHC) has won a $1.2 billion diversified direct property mandate from an existing institutional client, reinforcing its growth trajectory in funds under management and showcasing its sector expertise across Australia.

PlaySide Studios Limited (ASX: PLY) has announced that its upcoming game MOUSE: P.I. For Hire has exceeded 1.5 million wishlists, surpassing previous guidance, ahead of its global digital launch on 16 April 2026. The company expects FY26 revenue to exceed FY25 with reduced operating costs.

Harvest Technology Group is sharpening its focus on defence markets following an independent review that validates its Nodestream platform’s relevance. The company has initiated third-party validation and made significant leadership changes, including the CEO’s departure.

Kina Securities Limited has adjusted its FY25 net profit after tax downward by PGK6.1 million following auditor discussions, though the company’s cash flow and 2026 outlook remain unaffected.

Red Sky Energy is set to raise up to $5.2 million through a placement and rights issue to fund its participation in a Santos-operated drilling program in South Australia’s Innamincka Dome. The capital raise aims to accelerate near-term production and cash flow from existing and new wells.

Tyro Payments welcomes the Reserve Bank of Australia's reforms to merchant card payment costs, highlighting opportunities from increased transparency and competition. The changes, effective from October 2026, align with Tyro’s transparent pricing model and do not affect its near-term guidance.

WA Kaolin Limited has announced a partially underwritten pro-rata rights offer to raise up to $34.9 million, aiming to reduce debt and provide working capital to stabilise its Wickepin kaolin operations amid ongoing ASX suspension.

Terramin Australia has released an updated 2025 Mining Study for its Tala Hamza Zinc Project in Algeria, increasing throughput to 2.0 million tonnes per annum and confirming strong financial returns with advanced funding negotiations underway.

St Barbara Limited has satisfied all conditions for its strategic Lingbao Gold Group transaction, targeting completion on 1 April 2026 with an anticipated A$0.5 billion gain on sale. Meanwhile, the Kumul Minerals deal awaits final PNG government approvals but is expected to close concurrently.

Infratil has upgraded its FY27 EBITDAF guidance for CDC Data Centres to A$680-720 million, citing accelerating construction and strong demand driven by AI and hyperscale cloud growth. The company also secured A$500 million equity funding and plans a bank debt upsizing to support expansion.