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Li-S Energy narrows its loss to $1.21 million in H1 2026, propelled by a $7.8 million ARENA grant and key manufacturing milestones including Australia’s first lithium metal foil production line. Strategic defence and aerospace partnerships bolster its commercialisation drive.

Megaport Limited reported a robust 49% increase in Annual Recurring Revenue to A$338 million for H1 FY26, driven by organic growth and key acquisitions. The company raised its FY26 revenue guidance and delivered strong EBITDA growth while expanding its global footprint.

Intelligent Monitoring Group Limited has significantly reduced its half-year loss while increasing revenue and adjusted EBITDA, driven by organic growth and key acquisitions in Australia and New Zealand.

LaserBond Ltd has reported a robust first half of FY26, with revenue up 13.4% and net profit after tax more than doubling, underpinned by a significant licensing agreement with Komatsu and ongoing R&D investments.

Impact Minerals’ 50%-owned Alluminous has hit a key milestone by shipping its first batch of high purity alumina to U.S. battery innovator C4V, advancing pilot plant operations and product qualification.

Guzman y Gomez has reported a robust first half of FY26, delivering strong revenue and profit growth alongside significant restaurant network expansion in Australia and the US.

Aquirian Limited has reported a strong rebound to profitability in the half year ending December 2025, driven by robust revenue growth and strategic partnerships that position it for expansion in mining services.

EVZ Limited has reported a robust half-year financial performance, with revenue rising 16.5% to $63.1 million and net profit after tax surging 191% to nearly $2 million. The company’s disciplined cash management and improved margins underpin this growth.

QBE Insurance Group has reported its strongest financial performance in over a decade for 2025, with a 7% premium growth and a combined operating ratio improvement to 91.9%. The insurer also raised its dividend and announced a substantial share buyback, signaling confidence in sustained growth.

PWR Holdings Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with revenues climbing 27.8% and net profit rising 38.6%, underpinned by strategic expansion in motorsports and aerospace sectors. The company also announced a higher fully franked interim dividend of 3 cents per share.

Talga Group’s application for a major Swedish government grant was declined due to budget constraints, yet the company remains on track with alternative financing to scale its graphite anode production.

Arovella Therapeutics reported a 22% increase in half-year losses to $1.88 million while securing FDA acceptance of its IND application for lead asset ALA-101, paving the way for first-in-human trials.