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Insurance Australia Group has updated its dividend announcement to include key pricing details for its Dividend Reinvestment Plan, confirming a fully franked payout with no discount on reinvestment shares.

Straker Ltd announces a pivotal leadership shift with the appointment of David Sowerby and Indiver Nagpal as Co-CEOs, marking a new era focused on commercial expansion and AI innovation. Founder Grant Straker transitions to a strategic board role to steer the company’s AI future.

Control Bionics has secured a key regulatory milestone with its NeuroNode device now eligible for reimbursement under Germany’s statutory health insurance, paving the way for expanded European distribution.

FBR Limited has locked in a binding $400,000–$450,000 Wall as a Service® contract with AMOVEO, marking a key step in deploying its Hadrian® robotic construction technology at scale. The company also inked a strategic MOU to pilot a hybrid robotic-modular housing solution targeting Australia’s affordable housing shortage.

FlexiRoam Limited has reported a remarkable turnaround with a net profit of AUD 1.42 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, driven by a shift to high-margin recurring revenue and cost discipline. The launch of its AI-powered eSIM agent and key partnerships underpin this transformation.

Steamships Trading Company Limited reported a robust 46% rise in net profit for 2025, driven by strategic investments and operational improvements, while proposing a higher dividend despite ongoing ERP upgrade expenses.

NobleOak Life Limited reported a robust half-year performance with underlying net profit after tax rising 11% to $9.6 million, driven by strong premium growth and market share gains. However, statutory profit fell 23% due to one-off costs and provisions, prompting a pause on dividends amid strategic transitions.

Emyria Limited has reported a significant 136% increase in revenue to $1.55 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by its expanding Empax clinic network and insurer-funded treatments across Australia. Despite this growth, the company posted a $2.37 million net loss, reflecting investments in scaling operations and infrastructure.

Ramsay Health Care’s half-year results reveal a dramatic net profit rebound, driven by prior year impairments and solid growth in Australia and Europe. The company also announced a strategic acquisition and a proposed share distribution.

Capral Limited reported a resilient FY25 with earnings growth despite market headwinds, declaring a 30-cent dividend and reinforcing its commitment to sustainability with a 20% emissions reduction target by 2030.

29Metals Limited reported a strong turnaround in 2025 with a 3% revenue increase and a 76% jump in Golden Grove’s EBITDA, alongside a significant reduction in debt. The company also advanced plans for Capricorn Copper’s restart.

Australian Unity Limited reported increased revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, but earnings declined sharply due to inflationary pressures and ongoing transformation investments. The company also completed a leadership transition and strengthened its balance sheet.