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FFI Holdings grew revenue by 7.4% to $62.76 million in FY2026, yet net profit after tax fell sharply by 51.5% to $3.23 million, reflecting the absence of last year’s $5.19 million property revaluation gain and a 26% drop in rental income due to lease changes.

Woolworths Group posted a 4.5% increase in third quarter sales, led by strong Australian Food and WooliesX eCommerce growth, while signaling cautious EBIT guidance due to inflation and Middle East conflict impacts.

F.F.I. Holdings Limited reported a 12% rise in revenue to $33.9 million for the half year ended December 2025, while net profit after tax fell 12.3% to $1.6 million, impacted by one-off costs and a new government lease. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 10 cents per share.

F.F.I. Holdings anticipates a modest decline in half-year profit, citing one-off lease expenses despite steady food operations.

Pure Foods Tasmania has reported a profitable quarter with improved margins and strategic growth moves, including a new contract packing deal and the acquisition of premium ice cream brand Elato.

Wide Open Agriculture shakes up its leadership with a new board appointment and plans to recruit a CEO experienced in scaling plant protein businesses, signaling a strategic push to globalise its lupin protein technology.

Maggie Beer Holdings has raised $3 million through a placement to Frisden Pty Ltd, linked to Maurice Crotti AO, and plans a $2 million rights issue to shareholders at the same discounted price.

LTR Pharma has acquired a one-third equity stake in LevOmega Pty Ltd at no cost to shareholders, positioning itself in the growing pharmaceutical-grade omega-3 sector. This strategic move complements LTR’s existing intranasal pharmaceutical portfolio and aligns with its innovation-driven growth strategy.

Wide Open Agriculture Limited has trimmed its annual loss to $7.09 million while expanding its lupin protein sales pipeline across key international markets and optimizing production in Germany.

Skin Elements Limited reported a 13% revenue increase and a 20% reduction in net loss for FY2025, as it progresses commercial roll-out of its natural biotech products including ECO-Nurture and SuprCuvr.

SPC Global Holdings is transitioning its senior financing from Scottish Pacific to Commonwealth Bank, locking in $154 million in total facilities and expected to save $3 million annually in interest. This move positions the company for accelerated growth both in Australia and abroad.

FFI Holdings Limited reported a remarkable 283.5% jump in net profit for FY2025, driven by property revaluations and operational growth, while raising $7.2 million to fund expansion in food manufacturing and property development.