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IDP Education’s FY25 results reveal a 14% revenue decline amid a 29% drop in student placement volumes, but strong price growth and cost discipline underpin a multi-year transformation aimed at future profitability.

IDP Education reports a 14% revenue decline in FY25 due to policy restrictions impacting student volumes, while unveiling a multi-year transformation program aimed at cost reduction and digital innovation.

Ai-Media Technologies reported a 2.1% revenue decline to $64.86 million in FY25, driven by a strategic shift to technology sales and a 25% drop in services revenue. Despite a higher net loss, underlying EBITDA rose 11%, reflecting progress in its SaaS transformation and global expansion.

NextEd Group Limited reported a 13.9% revenue decline to $95.9 million for FY25 but achieved a 53% improvement in net loss after tax, driven by cost savings and operational efficiencies. The company’s strategic repositioning includes leadership changes and expanded vocational offerings.

US Masters Residential Property Group reports a half-year profit and advances its ambitious asset sales program, while navigating a significant US tax structure change and mixed market conditions.

L1 Long Short Fund Limited reported a net profit after tax of $99.52 million for FY2025, down 42% year-on-year, yet continues its steady dividend growth with a fully franked final dividend of 6.5 cents per share.

The Star Entertainment Group updates investors on ongoing negotiations with lenders over financial covenant waivers and signals imminent release of unaudited accounts for June 2025.

Worley Limited posted robust full-year 2025 results, marked by strong revenue growth, margin expansion, and a significant increase in backlog, underpinned by major contract wins and sustainability progress.

Tabcorp Holdings delivered a robust FY25 performance, with revenue and earnings surging thanks to a new Victorian wagering licence and disciplined cost management. The company’s strategic shift towards omnichannel offerings underpins its optimistic outlook for FY26.

XPON Technologies has redeemed $1.575 million of convertible notes, raised $0.375 million through a share placement, and secured a $420k loan facility, signaling renewed investor confidence and a stronger financial footing.

COG Financial Services reported a slight dip in net profit after tax but saw strong growth in its Novated Leasing segment, alongside strategic acquisitions and a steady dividend.

ARN Media reported a 7% revenue decline in the first half of FY25 amid audience challenges and a sluggish post-election market, yet digital audio revenue surged 21%. A $40 million transformational cost-out program and leadership overhaul set the stage for a strategic reset and growth in the second half.