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ARB Corporation reported a 17% drop in net profit for the first half of FY2026 amid currency pressures and softer Australian sales, while boosting exports and launching a new e-commerce platform.

City Chic Collective Limited reported a half-year loss of $3.532 million for the period ending December 2025, slightly wider than last year, but underlying EBITDA surged 84% driven by improved margins and cost discipline. The company also fully repaid its debt and maintained a strong cash position.

Nanosonics Limited reported a 9% revenue increase in the first half of FY26, driven by a growing installed base and recurring sales, while advancing the commercial rollout of its new CORIS endoscope reprocessing system.

Coronado Global Resources reported a $432.1 million net loss for FY2025, impacted by a 22% revenue decline due to softer metallurgical coal markets and logistical challenges. Despite operational gains and cost cuts, the company strengthened liquidity through refinancing and support from Stanwell.

Lindsay Australia Limited reported a robust 24.9% increase in revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by its strategic acquisition of SRT Logistics and strong divisional performances. However, profit after tax declined 11.7%, reflecting competitive pricing and integration expenses.

IMDEX Limited has reported its strongest first half ever, with revenue climbing 16% to $247 million, driven by robust market share gains and key acquisitions that broaden its mining technology portfolio.

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare has raised its full-year revenue and profit forecasts for FY26, buoyed by strong hospital product growth and favourable exchange rates, while navigating the complexities of a recent US Supreme Court tariff ruling.

Cobram Estate Olives reported a widened half-year loss driven by higher oil costs and operating expenses, while progressing its US growth strategy with a major California acquisition.

MyState Limited reported a robust half-year result with a 61% rise in underlying net profit, driven by the full impact of its Auswide Bank merger and strong growth across key business lines. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 12 cents per share.

Peet Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with statutory profit doubling and a significant dividend increase, underpinned by strong sales and settlements across key Australian markets.

Eagers Automotive Limited has announced a fully franked final dividend of AUD 0.50 per share for the financial year ending December 2025, signalling steady returns for shareholders.

NAOS Emerging Opportunities Company Limited has reported a robust half-year profit increase of 103%, alongside a fully franked interim dividend of 2.10 cents per share, reflecting strong portfolio performance and market confidence.