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Challenger Limited reported a 19% jump in Life sales to $1.7 billion in Q3 FY26, driven by strong annuity demand and offshore growth. Despite a 10% dip in Funds Management FUM amid market volatility, the company advanced key retirement partnerships and tightened its FY26 EPS guidance.

Mitchell Services Limited (ASX: MSV) reported a 110% jump in quarterly EBITDA for Q3 FY26, driven by improved weather and stable operations, alongside a solid balance sheet with net debt under $1 million post-dividend.

OD6 Metals has secured a strategic foothold in the US critical minerals market by acquiring the Quinn Fluorspar Project in Nevada, delivering ultra-high-grade assay results and commencing systematic exploration. Meanwhile, metallurgical progress at its Splinter Rock rare earths project and new copper targets at Gulf Creek underpin a diversified critical minerals portfolio.

Eagle Mountain Mining has formalised a joint venture with Nittetsu Mining for the Oracle Ridge copper project in Arizona, with Nittetsu committing US$20 million to advance exploration and development while managing the operation.

Xenitra Limited has swiftly moved from concept to commercial traction, generating over $100,000 in sales within the first week of launching EZZ Life Sciences products on its blockchain-based OPAL token ecosystem.

Great Divide Mining has transitioned its Challenger Gold Mine in NSW from commissioning to commercial production, targeting a gold concentrate grade of 30 grams per tonne from historic tailings with minimal capital expenditure.

Vitura Health’s telehealth arm, Doctors on Demand, has hit a major milestone of over 1 million consultations since FY2024, while delivering sustained EBITDA profitability and a 54% revenue increase over two years to $21.6 million in FY2026 Q1-Q3.

Australian Clinical Labs has been hit with a class action lawsuit linked to a 2022 cyberattack on Medlab Pathology, alleging breaches of consumer law and duty of care. The company denies the claims and plans a vigorous defence.

Hiremii Limited has delivered its most profitable quarter yet, reporting record revenue and gross profit alongside its first positive adjusted EBITDA. The company also secured its first recurring SaaS contracts, marking a milestone in its shift towards a technology-driven workforce intelligence model.

Cleanaway Waste Management has refreshed its long-term strategy, Blueprint 2030 2.0, focusing on leveraging scale, digitisation, and targeted growth to boost margins and cash flow. The plan builds on solid FY25 financial gains and aims for sustained EPS growth and operational efficiency.

HUB24 continued its strong growth trajectory in Q3 FY26 with $4 billion in net platform inflows and announced plans to acquire the trustee of its super fund, signaling strategic consolidation amid market volatility.

KMD Brands has secured NZ$11 million from its retail entitlement offer, with a 52% participation rate. The company now moves to clear a 169 million share shortfall through a retail bookbuild, while shares remain halted ahead of trading resumption.