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Orica Limited reported a 7.7% increase in revenue to $3.94 billion for the half year ended March 2025, but posted a net loss of $89 million due to significant impairment and restructuring charges. Excluding these items, net profit rose 40% to $250.8 million, with the board declaring a higher interim dividend.

SciDev Limited reported a robust Q3 FY25 with revenue rising 10% and EBITDA tripling, driven by strategic US market expansion and a landmark PFAS remediation contract despite ongoing market challenges.

NSX Limited has successfully closed a $1.3 million share placement, exceeding its initial $1.1 million target and reinforcing its position as Australia’s second largest exchange.

Temple & Webster reports a strong trading update with revenue growth accelerating to 23% since March and a positive EBITDA margin outlook for FY25, despite ongoing economic headwinds.

Gale Pacific has sharply downgraded its full-year EBITDA guidance due to tariff-driven demand softness in the US, while its Australia, New Zealand, and developing markets hold steady.

Judo Capital Holdings updates its FY25 outlook, reporting stable margins and operational progress but slowing loan growth due to market uncertainties and higher provisioning.

Assetora Limited has dramatically reduced its net liabilities and strengthened its balance sheet through strategic capital raises and debt conversions, while unveiling a comprehensive rebrand and leadership expansion to drive its next growth phase.

AdNeo Limited reports a positive operating cash flow for Q3 FY25, driven by a 60% surge in customer receipts and cost savings exceeding targets. Strategic SaaS contracts and platform upgrades underpin its growth trajectory.

Flagship Minerals has secured a binding option to acquire the Pantanillo Gold Project in Chile, positioning itself for growth in oxide gold and copper amid a strategic pivot away from lithium. The company also identified new high-priority copper targets at its Rosario project.

Clime Investment Management has been appointed lead manager for a significant US public offer fund by Sphinx Investments, with initial allocations of $183 million AUD pending SEC approval. The move marks a strategic expansion into the US market, complemented by new wholesale offerings and a partnership with a Dallas-based equities manager.

Noumi Limited reported a 2.8% revenue increase to $141.4 million in Q3 FY25, buoyed by gains in its Dairy and Nutritionals segment, while managing legacy legal costs and maintaining strong cash flow.

Green Technology Metals (ASX: GT1) reports a significant lithium resource increase to 30.4 million tonnes and advances key projects in Ontario, while implementing strategic cost controls amid challenging market conditions.