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Cochlear Limited has extended its on-market share buy-back program, allowing the company to repurchase up to AUD 75 million of its fully paid ordinary shares until August 2026.

Meridian Energy's July report reveals a notable decline in hydro storage levels alongside a surge in retail electricity sales, highlighting a complex energy landscape in New Zealand.

Bell Financial Group reported a sharp 44% drop in half-year profit to $9.3 million, citing market volatility impacting its broking segment. The company also trimmed its interim dividend to 3 cents per share, down from 4 cents.

Dundee Precious Metals Inc. shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a key resolution and a corporate name change, clearing a major hurdle in their recommended acquisition of Adriatic Metals Plc. This milestone sets the stage for the final court sanction and subsequent integration steps.

Carnegie Clean Energy Limited has launched a $3 million Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand new shares at a 14% discount to the last closing price. The offer opens mid-August and closes in early September, aiming to bolster capital without requiring shareholder approval.

Growthpoint Properties Australia reported solid FY25 results, achieving its Net Zero Target and expanding funds management with $328 million in new assets. The company sets a confident outlook for FY26 amid stabilizing market conditions.

Growthpoint Properties Australia reported FY25 results exceeding funds from operations guidance, increased distributions, and achieved its Net Zero Target, while reducing gearing and expanding funds management.

Articore Group reported an 11% decline in FY25 revenue to $438.6 million, with net losses widening to $11.3 million despite margin improvements from operational restructuring. The company aims for a profitable turnaround in FY26 under new leadership.

Burgundy Diamond Mines reported a mixed Q2-2025 with increased ore mined and carats recovered but lower revenue and earnings, prompting a strategic pivot including placing Point Lake on care and maintenance and extending Misery mine life.

Orora Limited reported a 24.4% increase in FY25 revenue to A$2.09 billion, marking the completion of its strategic portfolio reshaping with the sale of its North American packaging business. The company advances sustainability targets while maintaining steady dividends and a share buyback program.

Origin Energy reported a solid FY25 with strong Energy Markets performance, robust LNG trading gains, and rapid customer growth at Octopus Energy, while declaring a fully franked 60 cent dividend for the year.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported a $12.8 million loss for the nine months ended June 30, 2025, while securing $11.1 million in equity financing and amending its $20 million convertible loan facility. The company highlights ongoing funding risks as it advances its manganese projects.