Latest Margin Expansion News

Veris Limited has landed over $2 million in new contracts across rail, energy, and digital infrastructure, reinforcing its strategy to expand proprietary digital platforms and data-led services.

Advanced Energy Minerals (ASX:AEM) is ramping up its Cap-Chat high purity alumina production, targeting 3,000 tpa by mid-2026 and planning to double capacity to 6,000 tpa by 2029 amid a forecast supply deficit and surging demand.

Blackpearl Group has posted a record 114% jump in Annual Recurring Revenue to NZD 26.8 million, powered by its Pearl Engine vertical AI model that benchmarks 25 times better than leading generalist AI. Despite deepening losses, the firm targets balanced growth and cash conversion in FY27.

Cryosite Limited delivered a robust 22% revenue increase and 28% EBITDA growth for the ten months to April 2026, powered by expanding clinical trial activity and infrastructure upgrades.

Nufarm Limited posted a 35% rise in underlying net profit after tax to $52.1 million for HY26, driven by margin expansion and cost discipline despite a 5% revenue decline to $1.71 billion. The company confirmed its FY26 outlook, targeting strong earnings growth and leverage reduction.

KMD Brands delivered steady sales growth and margin improvement in Q3 FY26, driven by Kathmandu and Rip Curl, while launching a business review to explore options for accelerating shareholder value.

Savor Limited has swung back to profitability in FY26, delivering a net profit after tax of $1.3 million alongside its strongest operating margin ever at 14.5%. The hospitality group also reduced leverage significantly and is set to pay its first dividend, marking a milestone after years of losses.

Kogan.com Ltd reports robust sales and earnings growth for 10 months to April 2026, driven by Kogan.com’s expanding customer base and platform sales, while Mighty Ape shows marked margin improvement amid a strategic pivot.

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare posted a 14% revenue increase to NZ$2.31 billion and a 24% rise in net profit to NZ$468.5 million for FY2026, driven by strong hospital product sales and ongoing innovation.

SSH Group has finalised its acquisition of Elphinstone Mechanical Services, significantly boosting its industrial mining services and workforce capabilities across Western Australia and Queensland.

Turners Automotive Group has posted a record $63.2 million normalised NPBT for FY26, advancing its $65 million NPBT target to FY27 and setting sights on $100 million by FY31 amid solid finance and retail momentum.

Smartgroup posted robust 2025 results with record customer growth and accelerated EV leasing, backed by strategic digital investments and a $20 million share buy-back plan following fleet portfolio sales.