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Westgold Resources reports a sharp revenue increase driven by higher gold prices and the Karora acquisition, yet posts a net loss for the half-year ending December 2024. The company also declares a fully franked dividend amid rising costs.

LGI Limited reported a 7% rise in revenue and a 3% increase in EBITDA for H1 FY25, driven by expanded power generation capacity and higher landfill gas flows. However, net profit after tax declined by 22%, reflecting ongoing investment and market dynamics.

AMP Limited’s FY24 Data Pack outlines a solid underlying profit performance despite headwinds, with key insights into its banking, platform, and wealth management divisions.

Cochlear Limited posted a 5% increase in sales revenue to $1.17 billion for the half year ended December 2024, driven by strong cochlear and acoustic implant growth despite a decline in Services revenue. The company anticipates FY25 underlying net profit at the lower end of guidance amid increased cloud investments and prepares for new product launches.

Hancock & Gore Limited (ASX: HNG) showcased a transformative year at its 121st AGM, spotlighting a strategic merger with Schoolblazer that creates a leading global uniforms platform and signals a new phase of growth and portfolio simplification.

Bravura Solutions Limited has announced an ordinary and special dividend totaling AUD 0.1052 per share for the financial year ending December 2024, signaling steady shareholder returns despite an unfranked payout.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia confirms a fully franked AUD 2.25 dividend for CBA CitiFirst Instalment MINIs, aligning key dates with CBA ordinary shares.

WAM Leaders Limited has announced a 4.7 cents per share fully franked interim dividend, reflecting a 7.4% annualised yield, supported by a 185% jump in operating profit. The company’s disciplined sector positioning and robust portfolio performance underpin continued dividend growth since inception.

Pro Medicus Limited has reported a robust half-year financial performance for the period ending December 31, 2024, with net profit soaring 42.7% and an increased interim dividend declared.

Viva Leisure has delivered record revenue and profitability in the first half of FY2025, driven by robust membership growth and technology integration, reaffirming its strategic focus on operational efficiency and cash flow generation.

Domain Holdings Australia Limited reported a robust 7% revenue increase to $217.2 million in H1 2025, driven by strong adoption of its Marketplace strategy and innovative products like Platinum Edge and Audience Boost. Despite some segment challenges, the company maintains a positive outlook with stable margins and ongoing technology investments.

South32 reported a robust US$360 million net profit for H1 FY25, driven by strong commodity prices and operational execution, while investing heavily in growth projects like Hermosa and returning US$169 million to shareholders.