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Advanced Braking Technology (ASX: ABV) posted a record $6.2 million in product sales for Q4 FY26, lifting full-year revenue 22.7% to $23.5 million. The company’s autonomous BRAKEiQ system advanced key milestones as international engagement expanded.

Sheffield Resources reported a 20% rise in ore mined and an 11% increase in concentrate production at its Thunderbird Mine, alongside an 8% jump in zircon prices amid improving market conditions.

Australian Foundation Investment Company (ASX:AFI) posted a 3% increase in net profit for FY26, holding dividends steady with a special payout amid portfolio underperformance against the ASX 200.

MaxiPARTS upgrades FY26 operating profit guidance to $14.2 million, driven by strong cost control and a $9 million inventory reduction, while bolstering its executive team with key appointments.

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.

James Hardie Industries has exceeded its preliminary Q1 FY27 sales and EBITDA guidance, driven by robust demand in its Siding & Trim segment and improved Deck, Rail & Accessories performance.

WAM Income Maximiser (ASX: WMX) has lifted its fully franked monthly dividends for Q4 2026, pushing the annualised yield to 7.1% including franking credits, supported by a robust 17.8% per annum portfolio return since inception and notably lower volatility than the ASX 300.

Berkeley Energia has delivered a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Conchas Project in Spain, revealing significant lithium and rubidium grades near surface and confirming the project's potential for bulk open-pit mining.

Podium Minerals has confirmed robust platinum group metals mineralisation extending to 500 metres depth at Parks Reef, reinforcing the project's scale and growth potential amid supportive market fundamentals.

WhiteHawk Limited is offering 139.3 million WHKOB Options to placement participants and its lead manager, exercisable at $0.013 and expiring in 2029. The options are issued for nil consideration, with potential proceeds of $1.81 million if fully exercised.

WAM Income Maximiser has posted a 19.2% investment portfolio gain for the year ended June 2026, outperforming its benchmark by 13.4% with notably lower volatility, while increasing fully franked dividends to an annualised yield of 6.9%.

Ariadne Australia anticipates a net profit of $2.0 million to $3.0 million for FY26, a sharp turnaround from the previous year's loss, driven by strong contributions from Orams Group and gains in key investments despite currency headwinds.