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Cann Group Limited announces a transformative $9 million capital raise alongside a major debt restructure, positioning the medicinal cannabis pioneer for profitability in FY26.

Cann Group Limited has executed a transformative debt restructure, reducing its $70 million debt by 81% and raising $9 million in fresh capital, setting the stage for a positive EBITDA turnaround in FY26.

Desane Group Holdings has refinanced its corporate debt from Commonwealth Bank to National Australia Bank, increasing funding capacity to $18.8 million and securing improved terms to support its upcoming Penrith industrial development.

Whitefield Industrials reports a $10.5 million net profit for H1 2026, with a strong 17.1% annualised return over three years, maintaining its track record of benchmark outperformance and announcing a 10.5 cent fully franked dividend.

JAYRIDE Group Limited has secured $200,000 through the issuance of convertible notes, aiming to support its SaaS platform expansion and meet ASX requotation requirements. The raise includes participation from a sophisticated investor and a company director, with shareholder approval pending.

International Equities Corporation Ltd reported a modest revenue increase for Q1 2025-26 but faced a sharper after-tax loss, pressured by weak tourism and rising costs. Despite challenges, the company maintains a strong liquidity buffer.

Orion Minerals reported a net cash outflow of A$3.1 million for the September 2025 quarter but has secured an $8.6 million capital raise post-quarter to support ongoing project development and operations.

Ampol Limited has priced A$500 million of subordinated notes due 2055, refinancing existing debt and enhancing financial flexibility. The long-term capital raise attracted strong demand from regional fixed income investors.

Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) reported a challenging FY25 with a significant profit decline but is confident in a growth rebound supported by international tourism recovery and strategic initiatives.

Empire Resources has completed a 42-hole air core drilling campaign at its Yuinmery Project, targeting copper-gold mineralisation, with assay results pending. Recent reverse circulation drilling has already revealed encouraging copper-gold intercepts, underpinning the company’s exploration momentum.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund – Class A, an actively managed fixed income fund now available on the ASX. The fund aims to deliver returns exceeding the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index with a medium risk profile and transparent fee structure.

ASX Limited reaffirms its FY26 expense growth guidance while detailing progress on its five-year transformation and addressing regulatory challenges. Strong FY25 financial results and a robust market pipeline underpin the company’s outlook.