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SHAPE Australia Corporation Limited has reported a robust first half of FY26, with significant gains in revenue, profits, and project pipeline, underpinned by strategic sector diversification and a key acquisition.

Select Harvests Limited has reported a strong FY2025 financial performance with a net profit after tax of $31.8 million and a significant reduction in net debt. The company plans to resume dividend payments in 2026 amid favourable almond market conditions.

SEEK Limited has reported a robust first half for FY2026, driven by AI-enhanced products and strategic pricing, resulting in double-digit revenue growth and a record interim dividend.

SEEK Limited posted strong half-year revenue growth and record dividends, but a hefty impairment charge on its Chinese associate Zhaopin led to a significant net loss. The company’s strategic platform unification and Sidekicker reacquisition underpin operational momentum despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Judo Bank has reported a robust half-year result with profit before tax surging 53% year-on-year, driven by strong SME loan growth and improved operating efficiency. The bank reaffirms its FY26 guidance, signalling confidence in continued momentum.

humm Group reports a $13.9 million statutory profit for 1H26, driven by commercial lending growth and strong consumer segment performance despite rising credit losses and regulatory costs.

Arena REIT reported a robust half-year performance for HY2026, with net profit rising to $110 million and earnings per security up 5.4%. The company reaffirmed its FY2026 distribution guidance, underpinned by strong rental growth and disciplined capital management.

Arena REIT reported a remarkable 202% jump in net profit for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by significant property revaluation gains and steady rental income growth. Distributions rose 5%, supported by an expanded and fully leased portfolio of early learning and healthcare properties.

Bravura Solutions reports robust half-year growth with nearly 10% revenue increase, a fresh leadership appointment, and strategic expansion into the UK pensions market.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a robust half-year result for December 2025, with a 6% rise in cash NPAT to $5.445 billion and a 10-cent dividend increase, underpinned by disciplined growth and strong capital management.

CAR Group has reported strong first-half results for FY26, with double-digit revenue and earnings growth across all key regions, underpinned by strategic AI investments and expanding market presence.

Flagship Investments reported a challenging half-year with a 9.8% portfolio decline and a comprehensive loss of $6.4 million, yet maintained its commitment to dividends with a 5.1 cent fully franked interim payout.