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Reece Limited reported a 6% rise in sales revenue to $4.6 billion for the half-year ending December 2025, while profits declined amid challenging market conditions. The company continues to expand its branch network in Australia and the US, balancing growth ambitions with cost pressures.

Genesis Energy has reported a record first-half normalised EBITDAF of NZ$307 million, underpinned by strong hydro inflows and portfolio flexibility, while announcing a $400 million equity raise to accelerate its renewable growth strategy.

Perenti Limited reported steady half-year revenue of $1.73 billion with a 10.9% increase in net profit, underpinned by a $300 million Dalgaranga contract and growing drilling services in the US. The company also announced an unfranked interim dividend and a CEO transition underway.

Cash Converters International Limited has announced the recommencement of its Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) effective 20 February 2026, restoring shareholders’ ability to reinvest dividends into additional shares with favourable terms.

N1 Holdings Limited reported a robust 64.7% increase in net profit after tax to $1.04 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by strong commercial lending growth and operational efficiencies. The company also expanded its committed lending capacity to over $355 million while maintaining a stable dividend.

Cadence Opportunities Fund Limited has reported a remarkable turnaround for the half-year ending December 2025, posting a $6.4 million profit and raising its interim dividend to 7.5 cents per share.

BSA Limited reported an 84% plunge in revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by lost contracts and reduced volumes, yet managed a $6.3 million profit amid restructuring and cost controls. Significant board changes signal a strategic reset as the company navigates uncertain waters.

L1 Long Short Fund Limited has reported a robust turnaround with a $415 million net profit for the half-year ending December 2025, declaring a fully franked interim dividend of 3.6 cents per share.

Zip Co Limited has announced a $50 million on-market share buy-back program starting in March 2026, signalling confidence in its financial position and commitment to capital management.

PMET Resources has launched a C$137.7 million capital raising via a private flow-through share offer and concurrent placements to fund exploration and development of its Shaakichiuwaanaan lithium project in Quebec.

Reef Casino Trust has reported a 4.8% increase in revenue and a 6.4% rise in net profit for 2025, supported by strong casino and hotel performance. Meanwhile, a takeover bid at $3.87 per unit is underway, backed by major unitholders and recommended by the board.

Winton Land Limited reports a sharp 60% revenue decline in its interim results for H1 FY26 but narrows its net loss and progresses key development projects amid a cautious economic backdrop.