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Elevra Lithium posted a $44 million profit in FY26 after merging Sayona Mining and Piedmont Lithium, overcoming temporary mining challenges and securing full funding for the North American Lithium expansion.

McMillan Shakespeare (ASX:MMS) reported a 13.8% rise in underlying net profit after tax and amortisation to $107.9 million for FY26, driven by strong novated lease growth and accelerating electric vehicle adoption.

Sky Network Television Limited posted a robust FY26 with 9% revenue growth, a 45% dividend increase, and secured major sports rights through 2034, underpinned by the integration of Sky Free.

Hallenstein Glasson delivered a robust FY26 performance with group sales climbing 19.6% to $563 million and net profit before tax surging around 43.5%, buoyed by currency tailwinds and solid operational control.

Air New Zealand reported a $242 million net loss after tax for FY2026, hit by soaring fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict and persistent engine issues. The airline unveiled a new strategy aiming for operational resilience and targeted growth amid ongoing cost pressures.

Comvita Limited has swung back to profitability in FY26, reporting $7.7 million net profit after a $40.5 million capital raise that brought Southeast Asian consumer giant F&N Ventures on board with a near 20% stake.

Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited reported a 47% rise in net profit for H1 2026, driven by expanded fuel storage capacity and upgraded EBITDA guidance, while declaring a 16% higher interim dividend.

NEXTDC has swung to a statutory profit of $82.1 million in FY26, driven by a record 202% jump in contracted utilisation and a strategic shift in lease accounting that added a $128.8 million fair value gain. The company’s $3.4 billion capital expenditure underscores its aggressive expansion, including the opening of its first international data centre in Kuala Lumpur.

Nuchev Limited grew revenue by 12% in FY26, driven by domestic expansion, yet saw margins contract and adjusted EBITDA losses deepen to A$4.6 million. The company’s FY27 focus shifts to margin improvement, operating leverage, and cash conversion.

Alfabs Australia delivered an 11% revenue increase and improved free cash flow in FY26, progressing its debt restructuring and setting the stage for dividend reinstatement.

Beonic Limited grew revenue by 5.2% to $23.3 million in FY26, halving its loss and achieving positive operating cash flow, underpinned by a landmark Moroccan airport contract and product innovation.

Regal Investment Fund posted a standout FY2026 with a 17.32% net return, tripling operating profit to $117.9 million and continuing its on-market buy-back program.