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Vicinity Centres reported a strong first half of FY26, boosting profits and advancing key retail and mixed-use developments, while maintaining a conservative balance sheet.

Pioneer Credit has reported a robust first half for FY26, more than doubling its net profit and upgrading its full-year earnings guidance to at least $20 million.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported progress on its Chvaletice and Bécancour manganese projects, securing funding amendments and advancing permitting despite ongoing financial pressures. The company is positioned to benefit from growing demand for high-purity manganese in lithium-ion batteries amid evolving market dynamics.

Cycliq Group Limited reported a 27% revenue decline for the half-year ending December 2025 but managed to return to profitability amid strategic platform upgrades and steady customer engagement.

Alma Metals has revealed a robust 2 million tonne copper resource at its Briggs Project in Central Queensland, setting the stage for a major drilling campaign and pre-feasibility study amid a tightening global copper market.

Select Harvests Limited has reported a strong FY2025 financial performance with a net profit after tax of $31.8 million and a significant reduction in net debt. The company plans to resume dividend payments in 2026 amid favourable almond market conditions.

Acrow Limited reaffirms its first half FY26 revenue guidance with a 22% increase year-on-year, driven by robust demand in key Australian regions and strategic capital investments.

Sims Limited reported a robust fiscal 2026 half-year underlying profit, boosted by strong performances in its Lifecycle Services and North American metal operations. Despite statutory losses from derivative impacts, the company declared a healthy interim dividend and outlined strategic investments for future growth.

Black Bear Minerals has confirmed all major permits for its Shafter Silver Project in Texas, clearing a critical hurdle for a near-term restart amid strong silver market dynamics and U.S. strategic support.

Qualitas Limited has delivered a standout first half of FY26, posting a 30% rise in normalised net profit before tax and record investment deployment, reinforcing its position in Australia’s alternative investment sector.

Qualitas Limited reported a robust interim result for the six months to December 2025, with net profit rising 27% and funds under management expanding 18% to $10.9 billion. The company’s focus on real estate private credit and build-to-rent sectors underpinned strong capital deployment and fee growth.

Acumentis Group Limited reported a robust 54% increase in profit before tax for the half year ended December 2025, driven by a strategic focus on higher-margin services and targeted acquisitions. The company’s diversification strategy and recent investments position it well for resilient growth despite stable revenue.