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NZME delivered a notable turnaround in the first half of 2026, doubling operating profit and cutting net debt by $13.9 million, led by strong audio revenue and digital expansion despite a challenging economic backdrop.

Liberty Financial Group delivered a 7.8% rise in net profit after tax to $143.8 million for FY26, underpinned by record loan originations and stable credit quality. The group declared a fully franked 15 cent special dividend payable in September 2026.

Whitehaven Coal reported a 29% drop in underlying net profit to $227 million for FY26, despite record safety outcomes and successful debt refinancing that lowered funding costs and extended maturities.

Tian An Australia Limited posted a significant half-year loss of $3.9 million for June 2026, reversing prior profits as revenue plunged 86% due to lower sales at The Henley, Enfield. The company continues development across multiple residential projects while supported by a $230 million interest-free loan facility.

Murray Cod Australia (ASX:MCA) reported a 53% jump in FY26 sales volumes and a 17.9% rise in customer receipts, underpinned by new retail deals with Coles and Woolworths and a focused cost-cutting program.

WT Financial Group's FY2026 indicative results reveal a 22% rise in EBITDA to $8.4 million and a 20% increase in net profit before tax, driven by scalable adviser network efficiencies and strategic investments.

L1 Group’s funds under management climbed 12.4% in Q4 2026, buoyed by inflows into its Gold Fund IPO and Long Short strategies, while FY26 performance fees are set to reach up to $167 million.

FleetPartners delivered robust 8% year-to-date net book wins growth in 3Q26, upgrading its FY26 NBW guidance to high-single digits while expecting end-of-lease income to rebound in 4Q26.

SPC Global reported solid Q4 FY26 growth driven by domestic beverage sales and a 50.8% jump in international revenue, while a $100 million equity raise slashed net leverage and paved the way for improved cash flow in FY27.

Way2VAT has restructured its debt with Bank Hapoalim, securing a larger $4.876 million facility and extending loan terms to three years to support growth and approach breakeven.

Autosports Group reports a 22% jump in order write driven by battery electric vehicles, with FY26 profit forecast raised to $51-54 million.

Mesoblast has drawn US$50 million from a new five-year facility that reduces its interest burden and retires expensive short-term debt, strengthening its financial position ahead of commercial expansion.