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NZX Limited reported a robust first half of 2026 with operating earnings up 9.4% and net profit rising 18%. The exchange strengthened its funds management and wealth administration arms, relaunched equity derivatives, and declared a higher interim dividend. A new CEO is set to take the helm in September.

Lycopodium Limited reported a solid FY26 with $377.5 million revenue, a slight profit dip, and a 69% dividend hike, while setting sights on accelerated growth in the Americas.

WhiteHawk Limited has secured strong progress on its U.S. Federal cyber resilience contract, received most of the initial A$356,000 payment, and is negotiating a potential A$2.12 million annual subscription. The company is also implementing a significant operating reset to reduce costs by A$1.24 million annually while expanding U.S. public-sector procurement access.

MFF Capital reported a sharp 63% fall in net profit for FY26 but declared a higher fully franked dividend, underpinned by a disciplined long-term investment approach and leadership changes.

Almonty Industries posted a striking turnaround in Q2 2026, driven by soaring tungsten prices, ramping Sangdong Mine operations, and a major $800 million convertible notes raise.

Steadfast Group confirms the consortium led by Amwins, Dragoneer, and KKR is progressing its $6 per share cash acquisition proposal, with due diligence substantially complete and exclusivity extended to 19 August 2026.

Rhythm Biosciences bolstered its financial position with a $5.2 million option underwriting while accelerating commercial adoption of its ColoSTAT® colorectal cancer test and advancing geneType™ partnerships internationally in Q4 FY26.

Syrah Resources moderated graphite output amid subdued ex-China demand, raised US$72 million to support ramp-up, and advanced Vidalia anode material towards commercial sales in H2 2026.

Pioneer Credit has reported a breakout FY26 with a 248% jump in NPAT to $23.2m and is raising $17m to fuel further Purchased Debt Portfolio investments in FY27.

QPM Energy Limited and its subsidiaries have entered voluntary administration with McGrathNicol appointed as administrators and FTI Consulting as receivers over key gas-producing entities. The move aims to stabilise operations and explore restructuring options amid ongoing financial distress.

Cann Group has boosted its private credit loan facility by $2 million to facilitate the early redemption of convertible notes, maintaining its debt restructuring momentum.

Advent Energy, in which MEC Resources holds a 37.95% stake, will challenge a Federal Court judgment on the PEP11 offshore gas exploration permit, with its subsidiary Asset Energy leading the appeal.