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Stanmore Resources delivered record coal production and strong cash flow in 2025 despite softer market prices, declaring a fully franked dividend and guiding a modest production decline for 2026.

Stanmore Resources Limited posted a net loss of US$47.2 million for 2025, impacted by a 21% revenue decline due to lower coal prices despite record production and cost efficiencies. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of US 8.9 cents per share.

Ampol Limited’s 2025 results reveal a sharp drop in statutory profit amid lower revenue, yet a robust rise in replacement cost operating profit signals resilience beneath the surface.

G8 Education’s 2025 full year results reveal significant occupancy challenges amid affordability pressures and sector confidence issues, alongside a $350 million goodwill impairment. Despite these hurdles, the company maintains a strong focus on child safety, operational discipline, and cautious capital management.

nib holdings limited reported a stable net profit of $82.9 million for the half year ended 31 December 2025, supported by 6% revenue growth and disciplined expense management. The Board declared a fully franked interim dividend of 13.0 cents per share.

Liberty Financial Group has reported a robust 12% increase in underlying NPATA to $82.3 million for the half year ending December 2025, supported by record loan originations and a strong balance sheet. The acquisition of Moula is set to accelerate unsecured SME lending, while cost efficiencies and moderating credit risk underpin improved financial metrics.

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.