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Synlait Milk is progressing a key refinancing of its senior bank facilities due June 2026 and plans to replace a $130 million shareholder loan with a two-year term facility. The company reports a preliminary $12 million net loss for the first four months of 2026 amid operational headwinds and asset sales.

Synlait Milk is on track to refinance its senior bank facilities by June 30, 2026, replacing a $130 million shareholder loan from Bright Dairy with a new two-year loan. The company reported a preliminary net loss of $12 million for the first four months of 2026, reflecting operational headwinds and the recent North Island asset sale.

Ryman Healthcare has launched a NZ$100 million fixed rate bond offer maturing in 2032, aiming to refinance existing debt and diversify its funding sources. The offer includes an exchange mechanism for existing bondholders, with trading in current bonds to be suspended during the transition.

Almonty Industries has announced a $700 million convertible senior notes offering due 2031, aiming to refinance existing debt and fund corporate initiatives amid rising tungsten demand.

Cedar Woods Properties has secured over 740 new townhouse and apartment lots across Victoria and Queensland, boosting its medium-term development pipeline while maintaining a strong sales and earnings outlook.

WAM Income Maximiser has raised its fully franked monthly dividends for Q3 2026, riding on an investment portfolio that has outperformed benchmarks by 8% annually since inception with notably lower volatility.

Frontier Energy has locked in firm commitments for a $110 million equity raise to fund Stage One of its Waroona solar-battery project, advancing alongside senior debt financing and contract finalisations.

Range International has locked in a A$454,000 secured loan facility at 18% interest to ramp up its rental pallet fleet following early commercial success in 2026.

Promisia Healthcare reported a 58% jump in underlying EBITDAF to $6.6 million for FY26, driven by improved occupancy and operational upgrades. The company introduced a dividend policy tied to operating free cash flow, signalling confidence in sustained cash generation.

Templeton Emerging Markets Investment Trust (TEMIT) posted a robust 41.3% net asset value total return for FY2026, outpacing its benchmark and narrowing its share price discount, while maintaining dividends and expanding share buybacks.

Dome Gold Mines (ASX:DME) is raising up to AUD 2 million through unsecured convertible notes to fast-track its Sigatoka feasibility study, mining lease application, and copper-gold exploration amid rising metal prices.

Retail Food Group (ASX:RFG) reports accelerated cost rationalisation lifting FY26 savings estimates, yet trims EBITDA guidance amid softening sales and tough retail conditions. The first Firehouse Subs restaurant launch remains on track for June 2026.