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Sims Group’s North American Metal division reports a successful operational turnaround, strengthened leadership, and strategic acquisitions that position it well for growth despite geopolitical headwinds.

Brookside Energy has reported a modest increase in its total proved plus probable reserves to 12.52 million barrels of oil equivalent, driven by strong performance from its operated wells in Oklahoma’s SWISH play. The company’s proved developed producing reserves also rose by 5%, underscoring steady operational progress.

Michael Hill International reported a 3% rise in group sales and a 28.6% jump in comparable EBIT for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by strong performances across Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Despite improved earnings and cash flow, the board has opted to withhold an interim dividend, signalling cautious optimism.

ECS Botanics has reported a return to profitability and positive cash flow in the first half of FY26, driven by a strategic shift to branded products and major infrastructure expansion.

Bapcor Limited reported a statutory loss of $104.8 million for the first half of FY26 and announced a fully underwritten $200 million equity raising to strengthen its balance sheet and support operational recovery.

Bapcor Limited reported a statutory loss of $104.8 million for the first half of FY26, alongside an underlying profit in line with guidance. The company announced a $200 million equity raising to strengthen its balance sheet and fund a strategic turnaround.

Peter Warren Automotive Holdings reported a 3.2% revenue increase to $1.268 billion and more than doubled its profit after tax to $7.435 million in the first half of FY26, declaring a fully franked interim dividend of 3.0 cents per share.

Step One Clothing reports a sharp revenue decline and a significant inventory write-down, posting a net loss in the first half of 2026. The company signals a strategic reset to regain momentum.

Step One Clothing Limited reported a sharp turnaround to a $8.468 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by a 24.5% revenue decline and inventory challenges. The company suspended dividends, citing the need to restore retained earnings.

Gratifii Limited has secured a five-year strategic partnership with Marketplacer to deploy an AI-powered digital rewards marketplace, aiming to significantly expand its product range and monetisation capabilities.

Treasury Wine Estates has resolved its dispute with US distributor RNDC following RNDC’s exit from California, with a settlement impacting cash flow but supporting a positive earnings outlook for the first half of 2026.

Briscoe Group Limited has reported record sales for both the fourth quarter and full-year 2026, alongside improved gross margins and a growing online presence.