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Charter Hall Retail REIT reported a striking $213.8 million statutory profit for FY25, driven by strong property revaluations and strategic acquisitions, while maintaining stable distributions. The REIT also launched a $1.75 billion equity raise for its new convenience retail fund, signaling growth ambitions amid rising finance costs.

oOh!media Limited reported a robust first half in 2025 with 17% revenue growth and a 27% rise in underlying EBITDA, driven by key contract wins and operational efficiencies. Despite a $30 million impairment in New Zealand, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend and outlined a positive outlook with a CEO transition on the horizon.

BlueScope Steel’s FY2025 results reveal a significant earnings decline driven by lower steel spreads and a major impairment in its North American coated products business, while maintaining a strong balance sheet and extending its buy-back program.

Contact Energy's July 2025 report reveals stable electricity sales with improved netback prices and significantly reduced generation costs, alongside ongoing investments in renewable projects.

Freightways Group Limited delivered a resilient FY25 performance with revenue up 6.6% to NZD 1.29 billion and net profit after tax rising 12.9%, supported by strong growth in Australia and strategic investments in automation and 3PL services.

WAM Leaders Limited has raised its fully franked full year dividend to 9.4 cents per share despite underperforming the ASX 200 in FY2025, signaling confidence in a market inflection and a strategic pivot towards quality and growth sectors.

Centuria Office REIT reported steady FY25 results, maintaining high occupancy and rental growth, alongside a notable $18 million uplift in portfolio valuation. The REIT’s FY26 guidance signals continued stability amid constrained office supply and proactive capital management.

Centuria Office REIT delivered FY25 results in line with guidance, marking a modest portfolio valuation gain and maintaining strong liquidity. The outlook for FY26 remains positive amid constrained office supply and rising rents.

HiTech Group Australia Limited has reported solid growth in revenue and net profit for FY25, underpinned by strong demand in ICT recruitment and contracting services. The company also declared a fully franked 5 cent dividend, reflecting confidence in its financial position.

WAM Capital Limited reported a robust 22.2% investment portfolio return for FY2025, outperforming key ASX benchmarks and maintaining its full-year dividend at 15.5 cents per share with a 10% yield.

Ventia Services Group has upgraded its FY25 profit guidance following a strong first half marked by record contract wins and an expanded share buyback program.

West Cobar Metals’ recent drilling at the Fraser Range Project reveals significant rare earth elements, titanium dioxide, and scandium, expanding the potential of its adjoining Salazar Critical Minerals Project.