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Fletcher Building (ASX:FBU) reversed its FY25 loss with a $228 million net profit in FY26, driven by a 26% rise in EBIT and a $362 million reduction in net debt amid portfolio simplification and operational improvements.

ANZ posted a 3Q26 cash profit of AUD 1.90 billion, modestly up on the half-year quarterly average despite a NZD125 million legal provision. The bank’s capital position strengthened, and strategic integration efforts progress on schedule.

Western Mines Group has completed a $2.7 million placement to fund seismic surveys and drilling at its Mulga Tank nickel-cobalt-copper project, with a final tranche of shares pending shareholder approval.

Santana Minerals has finalised the second tranche of its A$130 million capital raising, issuing nearly 19 million shares and securing A$17.04 million before costs. The company confirms ongoing progress towards project construction scheduled for late 2026, supported by strong margins and green hydro power.

ActivEX Limited has completed a $393,505 share placement, issuing nearly 20 million shares at 2 cents each, with funds earmarked for advancing exploration projects and supporting working capital.

ActivEX Limited has completed a $421,752 share placement, issuing over 21 million shares at 2 cents each, to fund its exploration projects and support working capital. The shares are locked in escrow for 12 months, signaling a strategic move to strengthen its financial footing.

Coles Group reported a 2.5% revenue increase to $23.7 billion for the half year ended January 2026, driven by strong supermarket sales, but earnings were weighed down by a $235 million provision linked to a Fair Work Ombudsman ruling. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 41 cents per share.

Qantas Airways delivered a solid half-year performance with a 5.1% rise in underlying profit before tax to $1.456 billion, underpinned by strong travel demand and fleet renewal. The Group announced a fully franked interim dividend of $300 million and a $150 million on-market share buy-back.

Kingsgate Consolidated Limited has reported a spectacular half-year performance with a 3,491% jump in net profit and a doubling of revenue, driven by higher gold and silver production. The company also declared its first interim dividend in years, signalling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Electro Optic Systems reported a 27% revenue drop to $128.5 million in FY2025 but posted a net profit of $18.6 million, boosted by the sale of EM Solutions. The company strengthened its position with key contract wins and acquisitions, including the UK-based Interceptor business and a conditional deal for MARSS.

Corella Resources has completed the first tranche of a $1 million share placement, issuing over 142 million shares at $0.0035 each. The second tranche and attached options await shareholder approval in early 2026.

QGold Pty Ltd has initiated an unconditional on-market takeover offer for all shares in Venus Metals Corporation Limited at a 21% premium, aiming to consolidate control and potentially delist the explorer.