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Vulcan Steel has reported preliminary FY25 earnings with stable EBITDA and reduced net debt, while highlighting cautious optimism for FY26 amid tough trading conditions.

SGH Ltd reported solid FY25 results with 8% EBIT growth, margin expansion, and a 17% dividend increase, setting a confident tone for FY26. The diversified industrial services group demonstrated robust cash flow and reduced leverage despite mixed divisional performances.

SGH Ltd reported a solid 12.6% rise in net profit for FY2025 alongside a dividend increase, reflecting steady growth despite key asset sales. The company’s net tangible asset backing per share surged, signaling strengthened balance sheet resilience.

Dexus Convenience Retail REIT reported steady FY25 results, maintaining near-full occupancy and a strong portfolio valued at $728 million, while advancing key redevelopment projects and sustainability initiatives.

Metro Performance Glass is set to strengthen its balance sheet and support its turnaround strategy through a $15 million to $24 million equity raise, with Amari Metals Australia poised to become the majority shareholder. This recapitalisation aims to reduce debt and improve operational focus amid challenging market conditions.

Block, Inc. reported a robust second quarter with 14% year-over-year gross profit growth, driven by strong performances from Cash App and Square. The company raised its full-year guidance, highlighting strategic expansions in peer-to-peer payments, AI tools, and bitcoin integration.

QBE Insurance Group reported a strong first half in 2025, with net profit rising significantly and a stable capital position, underpinning confidence in its full-year outlook.

Liontown Resources has secured approximately A$266 million through a fully underwritten institutional placement, complemented by a share purchase plan, to accelerate the transition of its Kathleen Valley lithium project to 100% underground mining by Q3 FY26. This capital raising strengthens the company’s balance sheet amid challenging lithium market conditions.

News Corporation has reported a modest 2% increase in revenues to US$8.452 billion for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, alongside a remarkable 344% surge in net income to US$1.18 billion. The company declared a stable total dividend of US$0.20 per share, reflecting confidence despite market challenges.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT reported stable FY25 financials with a $5.5 billion portfolio and 99.9% occupancy, maintaining strong income security. The REIT projects modest growth in FY26 with a 6.1% distribution yield.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT reported steady FY25 earnings with strong occupancy and a strategic shift toward government-leased assets, setting the stage for growth in FY26.

REA Group Ltd reported a robust FY25 with 15% revenue growth to $1.673 billion and a 23% rise in net profit, driven by strong Australian market performance and strategic AI investments. The company also advanced its India operations, focusing on Housing.com amid PropTiger divestment plans.