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Argo Investments has reported a half-year profit of $130.8 million and declared a record fully franked interim dividend of 18.5 cents per share, reflecting strong dividend growth despite a challenging market environment.

Argo Investments reported a striking 79% jump in half-year profit to $130.8 million, underpinned by stronger investment income, and announced an 18.5 cents per share fully franked interim dividend.

Apiam Animal Health’s acquisition scheme by Adamantem Capital has been legally approved, leading to the suspension of its shares on the ASX. Key dates for dividend payments and scheme implementation are now set.

Trajan Group Holdings reports a mixed first half for FY26 with soft Q1 performance but a strong Q2 rebound, maintaining full-year guidance amid tariff and cost pressures.

CVC Limited forecasts a substantial increase in its half-year net loss, prompting the board to suspend the interim dividend amid cashflow concerns.

TradeWindow Holdings Limited has launched a NZ$1 million Share Purchase Plan (SPP) offering eligible New Zealand and Australian shareholders the chance to buy shares at NZ$0.25 each, a 7% discount to recent trading prices. The capital raised will support the development of its Freight AI platform, debt reduction, and market expansion.

DigitalX Limited has increased its Bitcoin exposure to approximately 504 BTC while implementing a significant operational reset that delivered $1 million in annualised cost savings. The company also deployed A$4.9 million into a market-neutral trading strategy to generate sustainable cash flows.

Bathurst Resources reported a first-half FY26 EBITDA of NZD 16 million, maintaining its full-year guidance despite export challenges and cost pressures. Key development projects in New Zealand and Canada continue to advance steadily.

WAM Active Limited has launched a $70.7 million entitlement offer at a 7.8% discount, complemented by a $19.3 million placement, following a stellar 40.6% year-to-date portfolio performance. The capital raise aims to fuel further investment in Australian equities.

PLS Group Limited posted a robust December Quarter FY26 with a 49% revenue jump driven by higher sales volumes and improved lithium prices, while strategically reviewing growth projects amid evolving market conditions.

BKI Investment Company Limited reported a 10% increase in net profit after tax to $34.3 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, alongside a modest rise in its interim dividend. The company’s portfolio performance reflected mixed sector trends amid a volatile market.

Farm Pride Foods reported a robust net cash inflow of $32.56 million for the December quarter despite mounting pricing pressures and increased industry egg volumes. The company is doubling down on capital expenditure and operational improvements to sustain efficiency.