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Sims Limited reported a robust fiscal 2026 half-year underlying profit, boosted by strong performances in its Lifecycle Services and North American metal operations. Despite statutory losses from derivative impacts, the company declared a healthy interim dividend and outlined strategic investments for future growth.

Challenger reports a solid first half of FY26 with rising profits, strong annuity sales, and strategic partnerships, underpinning a confident outlook and a $150 million share buy-back plan.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation reported a 4.6% revenue decline and a 34.9% drop in net profit for H1 FY2026, citing US tariffs and weaker demand in key markets. The company balances challenges with cost savings and a shareholder-friendly capital return strategy.

Vita Life Sciences has reported a strong FY2025 with record revenue of $93.3 million and net profit after tax rising 18.8%, while declaring a 14.0 cents per share dividend.

New Hope Corporation reported a 4.8% rise in coal production and an 8.2% increase in sales for the January quarter, maintaining steady earnings and reducing capital expenditure guidance amid improving logistics and operational resilience.

Stockland has reported a robust half-year performance for 1H26, with revenue climbing 23.2% and funds from operations up nearly 30%, driven by strong growth in Masterplanned Communities and strategic partnerships.

oOh!media has reported solid earnings growth and a higher dividend for 2025, maintaining its leadership in the Out of Home advertising market despite a softer second half. Major contract wins, including Transurban motorway assets, underpin its positive outlook for 2026.

Treasury Wine Estates reported a statutory loss driven by a significant US asset impairment but showed underlying growth in key markets. The company suspends its interim dividend and targets $100 million in annual cost savings through its TWE Ascent program.

Treasury Wine Estates reports a sharp 39.6% drop in earnings and a $649 million statutory loss due to a major US asset impairment, suspending dividends to preserve capital while advancing a $100 million cost-cutting transformation.

Coronado Global Resources has resumed operations at its Mammoth Underground Mine following a fatal accident, while grappling with losses at its U.S. Logan Complex. The company anticipates improved coal pricing and production in the coming quarters.

Australian Clinical Labs reported a modest revenue dip but achieved growth in earnings and margins in 1H26, while updating FY26 guidance and addressing wage increases mandated by the Fair Work Commission.

AVITA Medical closed 2025 with steady revenue growth and over 80% gross margin, setting the stage for a confident revenue forecast of up to US$85 million in 2026. The company also secured a new debt facility with improved terms, underpinning its growth ambitions.