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The Alternative Investment Trust (AIQ) posted a 2.0% diluted NTA return in 2025, weighed down by an 8% appreciation of the Australian dollar against its largely USD-denominated portfolio. The trust bolstered its capital base with a A$34.5 million rights issue and increased exposure to the WSS Master Fund.

Stakk Ltd anticipates its first operating profit in FY2026, driven by a surge in recurring revenue and major contract wins, with FY2027 revenue projected at $21.8 million based on existing agreements.

CD Private Equity Fund I (ASX:CD1) posted a net loss of $6.96 million for the year ended 31 March 2026, driven by a $5.14 million fair value decline in its US private equity holdings and significant foreign exchange pressures. Despite near-term setbacks, the Fund has delivered an 8.3% post-tax annual return since inception.

CD Private Equity Fund III (ASX:CD3) posted a net loss of $9.01 million for FY26, weighed down by foreign exchange losses and fair value declines. Despite near-term challenges, the Fund sustains strong long-term performance and liquidity.

Lendlease has finalised the sale of its UK Build to Rent portfolio at Elephant Park, London, recycling capital with cash proceeds of approximately $260 million expected in FY26.

SunRice reported a 4% rise in net profit after tax for FY26 to $73.3 million, maintaining an 8% EBITDA margin despite a 2.5% revenue decline. The company declared a record fully franked dividend of 70 cents per share but expects FY27 profit to fall amid a smaller Australian rice crop.

GTN Limited projects a sharp fall in FY26 earnings amid tough market conditions but signals a hefty dividend and a rebound in FY27 EBITDA.

Buru Energy has launched a prospectus offering over 207 million new options free-attaching to a recent $5.3 million placement, aiming to back the commercialisation of its Rafael Gas Project and bolster working capital.

Microba Life Sciences is targeting a $6 million capital raise through a $1 million Securities Purchase Plan and a $5 million Placement, both subject to shareholder approval. The funds aim to accelerate diagnostics growth and develop a new testing product.

Pengana Private Equity Trust (ASX:PE1) estimates its net asset value could jump by about AU$79 million after SpaceX's Nasdaq debut, lifting NAV per unit by roughly AU$0.29 based on mid-June pricing.

SDI Limited has satisfied key regulatory approvals and financing conditions for its proposed A$1.40 per share acquisition by a Sinocera-controlled bidder, with shareholder and court approvals still pending.

Flight Centre Travel Group has trimmed its FY26 profit forecast due to Middle East conflict impacts on leisure travel, while launching a fresh $200 million share buy-back reflecting confidence in recovery.