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GQG Partners saw its total funds under management decline to USD 163.3 billion at the end of May 2026, dragged down by net client withdrawals and negative investment returns across core strategies.

Noodlecake Studios, via Streamplay Studio, has secured a global multi-platform publishing deal for the anime-inspired action title 'Tiebreakers', targeting mobile, PC, and console release in late 2027. Early reveal content attracted over 175,000 views within 24 hours, underscoring strong initial interest.

Serko Limited posted a 34% jump in total income to NZD 120.9 million for FY26, powered by strong Booking.com for Business growth and a full year of GetThere revenue. The company’s EBITDAFI surged 137%, while net loss narrowed. Serko.ai’s US closed beta marks a strategic pivot into AI-driven business travel.

Infotrust appoints seasoned tech executive Paul Timmins as CEO, signaling a new phase of growth and cash profitability. The company updates its FY26 second-half EBITDA guidance to $2.3 million amid ongoing cyber security investments and cost efficiencies.

News Corporation reported a 9% revenue increase to $2.185 billion in Q3 FY2026, driven by growth across its media and real estate segments, but net income attributable to stockholders declined 14% amid rising costs and restructuring.

FortifAI’s Nol8 FPGA appliance dramatically reduces AI infrastructure costs by replacing up to 60,000 CPUs, slashing annual operational expenses from millions to tens of thousands of dollars.

DGL Group reported a 5.8% revenue decline to $225.2 million in H1 FY26, weighed down by audit qualifications, ERP rollout delays, and one-off impairments. Despite these headwinds, the company cut net debt by $16.4 million and advanced strategic site consolidations and new facility investments.

Cuscal Limited is set to acquire New Zealand payments provider Paymark for A$27 million, funded by a fully underwritten A$30 million institutional placement and a non-underwritten A$3 million share purchase plan. The deal, expected to complete by June 2026, will add scale and geographic diversification while being accretive to earnings in FY27.

West African Resources forecasts a record 430,000 to 490,000 ounces of gold production in 2026, driven by full-year output from Kiaka and sustained performance at Sanbrado. The company plans significant drilling and capital investment to extend mine life and enhance growth.

Universal Store Holdings has reported a robust first half of FY26, with sales and profits climbing significantly across its key brands, supported by margin gains and strategic investments.

Baby Bunting reported a 6.7% rise in revenue to $271.4 million for H1 2026, while statutory net profit after tax fell 52.5%. Adjusted earnings paint a steadier picture with a 4.1% increase in pro forma NPAT.

Oneview Healthcare PLC reported a 21% increase in total revenue to €12 million for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by growth in recurring revenue and customer expansion. Despite this, the company’s loss after tax widened to €12.6 million, reflecting ongoing investment and cost pressures.