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Stanmore Resources Limited reported a net loss of US$50.5 million for the half-year ended June 2025, reversing a prior profit amid falling coal prices and operational disruptions from severe weather. The company’s underlying earnings also took a hit, reflecting challenging market conditions.

Underwood Capital Limited has reported a return to profitability for the year ended 30 June 2025, driven by gains in its listed securities portfolio and a strategic share buyback that enhanced net tangible asset backing per share.

Lindsay Australia Limited reported a 5.6% revenue increase to A$849.8 million for FY25 but saw net profit after tax fall 36.2% to A$17.39 million. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 1.5 cents per share and strengthened its national refrigerated logistics footprint through key acquisitions.

IMDEX Limited posted a modest 3% revenue decline in FY25 but delivered a robust 15% rise in EBITDA and a striking 70% jump in net profit, driven by strong growth in digital and SaaS platforms. The company’s strategic acquisitions and sustained R&D investment position it well for future expansion.

Reece Limited reported a 20% decline in EBIT for FY25, reflecting soft demand in both ANZ and US markets despite strategic branch expansions and acquisitions.

Liberty Financial Group returned to profit growth in FY25, driven by margin expansion and lower credit impairments, while declaring a generous 52 cent dividend. The company signals optimism for loan origination recovery and portfolio growth in the year ahead.

Liberty Financial Group reported a 16% rise in statutory net profit after tax for FY25, alongside a 10% increase in underlying earnings, while maintaining stable loan growth and strong capital positions.

Liberty Group has reported a solid 16% rise in statutory net profit after tax for FY25, alongside a 10% increase in underlying earnings and a new special dividend announcement.

Liberty Group reported a solid 15.7% rise in net profit after tax to $133.3 million for FY25, supported by steady revenue growth and improved asset quality. The company also announced a special dividend, reflecting confidence in its financial position.

Alcoa Corporation has confirmed its quarterly dividend payment with new details on currency options and U.S. tax withholding requirements, impacting how investors receive their returns.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited reports solid half-year financial gains with increased revenue and profits, alongside a rise in terminal charges and reaffirmed distribution guidance.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited reported a 17.1% rise in net profit to $43.1 million for H1 2025, declaring a 5.875 cents per security distribution and advancing $405 million in capital projects to enhance its coal export terminal.