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Big River Industries reported a modest revenue decline in FY25 but achieved improved margins and operational efficiencies in the second half, positioning itself for growth as market conditions begin to stabilise.

Big River Industries reported a statutory net loss of $14.7 million for FY2025, driven by a $20 million impairment charge on intangible assets amid a 2.3% revenue decline. Despite the setback, the company declared a fully franked 2 cent dividend and showed signs of operational stabilization.

Sandon Capital Investments has announced a modest increase in its annual dividend and will begin paying fully franked dividends monthly, aiming to provide shareholders with more frequent income amid a changing economic backdrop.

G8 Education reported a 3.7% revenue decline but a 12.4% rise in net profit for the first half of 2025, amid ongoing cost-of-living challenges impacting occupancy. The company declared a dividend and announced a share buyback, underscoring confidence despite sector headwinds.

G8 Education Limited reported a moderate earnings improvement for the half year ended June 2025 despite ongoing occupancy challenges and regulatory uncertainty. The company is intensifying child safety measures following a Victorian incident and plans a share buy-back to enhance shareholder value.

Fortescue Metals Group reported a solid US$3.4 billion net profit for FY25, driven by record iron ore shipments and a strong balance sheet, while advancing ambitious decarbonisation and green energy projects.

Cedar Woods Properties Limited delivered a robust FY25 with a 19% increase in net profit, underpinned by a diversified project portfolio and favourable market conditions. The company signals continued growth with a 10% NPAT guidance for FY26, supported by strong presales and strategic partnerships.

Cedar Woods Properties has reported a robust 19% rise in net profit for FY25, surpassing guidance with strong presales and strategic partnerships setting the stage for continued growth.

Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited reported record group store sales of NZ$703.2 million for the half year ended 30 June 2025, but rising costs pressured profits and margins across key markets.

Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited posted record group store sales of NZD 703.2 million for the first half of 2025, driven by strong growth in Hawaii and new store openings in New Zealand. However, profit margins came under pressure from rising costs, leading to a 5.6% drop in net profit after tax.

Platinum Capital Limited reported a 24% drop in net profit for FY2025, underperforming its benchmark, while announcing a strategic withdrawal of a merger scheme and initiating a substantial share buy-back alongside significant board changes.

K&S Corporation reported a 9% decline in underlying profit before tax for FY2025, alongside a 9.7% drop in revenue, as it invests heavily in property and terminal upgrades while navigating safety regulatory pressures.