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Savana US Small Caps Active ETF (ASX:SVNP) fell 7.65% in September, trailing the S&P SmallCap 600 by 4.92 percentage points as higher US bond yields and a concentrated AI rally split the market. The manager says its valuation discipline kept it away from the month’s strongest semiconductor performers, while highlighting a 52% gain from its Everforth investment.

Energy One Limited (ASX:EOL) reported a robust FY2026 with a 17% increase in recurring revenue and a 51% jump in net profit before tax, while preparing for a transformative acquisition of Gas Management Services Limited to deepen its European market presence.

MyEco Group has trimmed its net loss by 8.1% in FY26, driven by a strategic shift toward higher-margin sustainable consumer products and operational cost savings. Australian retail sales surged 22.7%, underpinning a stronger revenue mix and improved cash flow.

Praemium Limited reported a 5.7% revenue increase to $110.5 million and a 21.1% jump in funds under administration to $77.9 billion for FY26, driven by strong high-net-worth segment growth and the integration of OneVue. The acquisition of Technotia Laboratories and a major technology restructure signal a sharpened focus on innovation and cost efficiency.

AVADA Group lifted revenue by nearly 15% in FY26, driven by Queensland and New South Wales expansion, while managing a $15 million impairment in Victoria that kept the statutory loss steady.

Joyce Corporation Ltd (ASX: JYC) posted a record FY26 profit of $10.8 million, up 32% on normalised NPAT, underpinned by strong growth in its KWB kitchen and wardrobe business and improved Bedshed franchise performance. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 17 cents, lifting the full-year payout to 30 cents per share.

Australian Foundation Investment Company (ASX:AFI) reported a $293.5 million profit for FY26, holding dividends steady despite portfolio returns lagging the market. Leadership transitioned as Alison Gibson took the helm following Mark Freeman’s retirement.

Aerometrex delivered a landmark FY26 with operating revenue up 12.3% to $26.84 million and EBITDA more than doubling to $7.68 million, driven by a 27.2% jump in MetroMap subscription revenue and a 37.8% rise in Annual Contract Value.

Summerset Group Holdings posted a 92% jump in half-year net profit to NZ$171.4 million, driven by strong sales and disciplined cash management. The company also updated its dividend policy to align payouts with operating cash flow, reflecting its maturing portfolio and cautious growth approach.

L1 Long Short Fund Limited (ASX:LSF) posted a standout FY26 with a 45.4% net portfolio return, driving a 538% jump in net profit after tax to $635 million and a 22% CAGR in dividends since IPO. The fund also released its inaugural climate-related disclosures, affirming resilience amid evolving risks.

Biome Australia has delivered a standout FY26 with sales up 30% to $23.9 million and net profit after tax soaring to $3.6 million, bolstered by a non-cash deferred tax asset. The company strengthened its balance sheet while expanding manufacturing and international distribution.

AIX has acquired an 8% holding in AI powerhouse Databricks during its US$5 billion funding round, marking a significant expansion in the trust’s AI-focused portfolio.