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Kip McGrath Education Centres Limited reported a 15.4% rise in profit after tax for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by pricing and operational efficiencies despite a 5% drop in lesson volumes. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend and completed a share buyback amid leadership changes.

Australian Unity Limited reported increased revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, but earnings declined sharply due to inflationary pressures and ongoing transformation investments. The company also completed a leadership transition and strengthened its balance sheet.

Experience Co Limited reported a 5% increase in sales revenue to $67.2 million for 1H26, with underlying EBITDA steady at $10.5 million despite operational challenges. The company is streamlining its portfolio by selling Wild Bush Luxury and focusing on scalable adventure experiences.

Energy World Corporation has eliminated all group-level borrowings, strengthening its balance sheet and advancing key LNG and power projects in Southeast Asia amid ongoing operational losses.

Harris Technology Group Limited reported an 18.9% increase in half-year revenue to $8.3 million, turning a modest profit after a prior loss, while flagging ongoing financial uncertainties linked to upcoming debt repayments.

Suncorp Group Limited has updated its dividend distribution details, confirming a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.17 per share payable in March 2026, with tailored currency payment options for shareholders.

Mayfield Group Holdings has announced the acquisition of SMEC Power & Technology for up to $30 million, marking its entry into underground mining electrical infrastructure and international markets.

First Graphene Limited reported a strong 53% revenue increase driven by new industrial applications, yet posted a $3.35 million net loss influenced by non-cash finance costs. The company’s recent $3.5 million capital raise positions it to focus on commercial expansion without further funding.

Nido Education Limited reported a 3.8% increase in revenue to $169.9 million for 2025, while earnings and net profit declined. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 2.2 cents per share, underscoring its commitment to shareholder returns despite challenging market conditions.

NEXTDC has reported a robust first half of FY26, with strong revenue and earnings growth underpinned by a surging forward order book and expanded capital expenditure plans.

betr Entertainment has extended its NAB facility agreement maturity to July 2027, reinforcing its financial flexibility and growth ambitions. This move underscores a strong partnership with NAB amid betr’s evolving wagering business.

State Street SPDR Core Equity ETFs have reported consistent half-year results for the period ending 31 December 2025, maintaining alignment with their benchmark indices and continuing to provide reliable distributions to unitholders.