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Gentrack Group Limited reported an 8% rise in revenue to NZD 230.2 million and a remarkable 119% jump in net profit for the fiscal year ending September 2025, yet declared no dividend.

Equity Story Group Ltd has secured $1.2 million through a fully subscribed two-tranche placement to accelerate growth in its fund management business and prepare for entry into the property sector in 2026.

Mt Malcolm Mine NL has supplemented its October Rights Issue with a $750,000 Placement Offer, updating its capital structure and funding plans to accelerate exploration and repay director loans.

Sietel Limited’s preliminary final report for FY2025 reveals a 47% drop in net profit and a 24% fall in total revenues, underscoring a challenging year for the investment management firm.

Earlypay Limited has extended its on-market share buy-back program for another 12 months, allowing the company to repurchase up to 10% of its ordinary shares without shareholder approval.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has significantly upgraded the economics of its Kwinana Cobalt Refinery project, driven by a sharp rebound in cobalt prices following market disruptions in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The company is advancing towards a Final Investment Decision with key permits and supply agreements in place.

Lifestyle Communities Limited reported a challenging FY25 marked by a significant $135.5 million after-tax write-down following a VCAT ruling, while signaling early signs of recovery and strategic reset for FY26.

Black Bear Minerals has completed the acquisition of the high-grade Shafter Silver Project in Texas, including $150 million in existing infrastructure, positioning itself strategically amid rising silver demand and geopolitical supply shifts.

Reece Limited reported a modest revenue decline and earnings pressure in FY25 amid challenging markets but reinforced its long-term growth strategy with a significant share buyback and board renewal. Early FY26 trading shows sales growth driven by network expansion despite ongoing cost pressures.

VHM Limited launches a fully underwritten A$10.3 million placement and a $1 million share purchase plan to fund the Goschen rare earths project, supported by strategic government financing.

Reece Limited reported an 8% rise in first-quarter sales driven by network expansion, while profitability dipped due to higher costs and investments. The company also completed a $365 million share buyback, signaling confidence despite subdued market conditions.

Autosports Group Limited reports record FY25 revenue and profit, while announcing a strategic acquisition of 10 Barry Bourke Motors dealerships in Victoria, signaling robust growth momentum into FY26.