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Challenger Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with a 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax and record annuity sales. The company also announced a $150 million on-market share buy-back, reflecting confidence in its strong capital position.

HealthCo Healthcare and Wellness REIT posted a $26.8 million net loss for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by asset sales and fair value declines. The REIT suspended distributions and reduced its property portfolio as it navigates tenant risks and debt refinancing.

Qualitas Limited has delivered a standout first half of FY26, posting a 30% rise in normalised net profit before tax and record investment deployment, reinforcing its position in Australia’s alternative investment sector.

Qualitas Limited reported a robust interim result for the six months to December 2025, with net profit rising 27% and funds under management expanding 18% to $10.9 billion. The company’s focus on real estate private credit and build-to-rent sectors underpinned strong capital deployment and fee growth.

Ophir High Conviction Fund reported a 6.24% increase in net assets to $765 million for the half-year ended December 2025, despite a sharp 62.7% fall in operating profit. The Fund’s portfolio performance slowed significantly, prompting no distributions during the period.

Vita Life Sciences has reported a strong FY2025 with record revenue of $93.3 million and net profit after tax rising 18.8%, while declaring a 14.0 cents per share dividend.

Simonds Group Limited has reported a robust 1H FY26 performance with a 14% revenue increase and strategic entry into Western Australia, signalling confidence in sustained growth.

Pengana International Equities reported a half-year net profit of $4.6 million, down from $26.9 million last year, while announcing an increased fully franked dividend and initiating a strategic review to address shareholder concerns.

Nido Education outlines the challenges facing Australia's early childhood sector amid demographic shifts and affordability pressures, while detailing its strategic response and upcoming capital management decisions.

Abacus Storage King has reported a 4.8% increase in statutory net profit to $71.1 million for the half-year ended December 2025, alongside a $3.7 billion asset base and plans to potentially internalise management functions.

GWA Group Limited reported solid half-year growth in revenue and earnings, driven by volume gains and strategic initiatives including a new AI partnership. The company also lifted its interim dividend, signalling confidence despite mixed market conditions ahead.

Aurizon Holdings reported a 9% rise in underlying EBITDA to $891 million for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by higher volumes and yields in coal and bulk segments. The company also raised its full-year dividend guidance and extended its share buy-back program.