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Metcash delivered $558 million of operating cash flow and 2.8% ex-tobacco sales growth in the first 18 weeks of FY27, but warned that cost inflation, adverse sales mix and tobacco changes will weigh on first-half earnings. The group also expects to spend a further $18 million to $20 million on its Horizon technology program.

Elevra Lithium is positioning its Québec operations for a near-doubling in spodumene concentrate capacity, while guiding to modest production growth and sharply higher capital spending in FY27. The three-stage North American Lithium expansion is targeting 373,000 tonnes per year for an estimated US$271 million.

Lithium Universe’s Pre-Feasibility Study for its Brownsville Lithium Carbonate Refinery reveals robust economics and strategic US positioning, aiming to close North America’s lithium conversion gap.

Wilson Asset Management declared a 15.5 cents per share dividend for FY2026 despite a 10.5% portfolio loss, setting a cautious 8.0 cents dividend target for FY2027 amid macroeconomic headwinds.

WasteCo Group is raising $2 million through a share placement at $0.007 per share to finance a comprehensive turnaround and expansion plan amid ongoing financial challenges and a leadership overhaul.

Australian Unity Limited (ASX:AYU) posted a statutory loss of $155.2 million for FY2026, reflecting regulatory headwinds, transformation costs, and sector disruptions, while advancing its climate risk management and strategic portfolio adjustments.

Thorney Opportunities Ltd swung to a $4.44 million loss before tax in FY2026, weighed down by unrealised investment losses, yet increased its final dividend and pressed on with share buybacks.

DGL Group's FY26 results show a $5.8 million underlying loss amid investments in manufacturing and logistics capacity, with the company targeting margin improvements through better utilisation and cost control in FY27.

Salter Brothers Emerging Companies Limited (ASX:SB2) swung to a $7.9 million loss for FY26, driven by a $10.5 million investment write-down, while maintaining dividend payments and extending its share buy-back program.

Kina Securities lifted its half-year net profit by 4% to PGK 59.7 million, underpinned by a strong capital injection via Papua New Guinea’s inaugural listed corporate bond and a 13% higher interim dividend in local currency.

Coventry Group delivered a 2.8% revenue rise in FY26, but underlying EBITDA fell 23.6% despite a strong second-half recovery. The Group achieved $10 million in cost savings and continues an ongoing strategic review with no immediate decisions.

PeopleIN Limited reversed its earnings decline in FY26, driven by a 74.8% surge in its Engineering, Trades and Labour division amid Queensland’s booming infrastructure projects. The company’s sharper portfolio focus and strengthened balance sheet set the stage for further growth.