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The GPT Group has reported a remarkable financial turnaround for FY2025, posting a 264% increase in total revenues and declaring a 12 cent distribution per stapled security. This strong performance signals renewed confidence in the property trust’s operational strategy.

Ansell Limited reported a robust 61.5% surge in net profit for the first half of FY26, driven by operational efficiencies and strategic acquisitions, while announcing a planned CEO transition.

BlueScope Steel reported a robust first half of FY2026 with underlying EBIT soaring 81% to $557.5 million and announced a $3.00 per share shareholder return plan, while decisively rejecting a $30 per share takeover proposal.

Contact Energy has announced a $525 million equity raise to accelerate its renewable energy projects, following a strong first half of FY26 with significant profit growth and strategic acquisitions.

Freightways Group Limited reported a robust HY26 with revenue rising 8.5% and net profit surging 17.2%, underpinned by strong volume growth and a key acquisition in Australia. The company’s disciplined approach to margin improvement and M&A signals confidence in its cross-Tasman logistics strategy.

The a2 Milk Company has reported robust half-year results with strong revenue and earnings growth, driven by gains in infant formula and liquid milk segments, alongside a strategic supply chain transformation. The company has upgraded its full-year outlook and announced a substantial special dividend, signalling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Tourism Holdings Limited has agreed to sell its UK & Ireland operations to Indie Campers for NZ$8 million, aiming to streamline its portfolio and reduce debt. The deal is expected to deliver a one-off gain but will impact earnings in the short term.

Truscott Mining has begun its RC drilling program at the Westminster Project, with the ASX confirming no suspension will occur as of mid-February. Investors await assay results expected in the coming months.

Neometals Ltd has resolved a longstanding legal dispute with a $1 million settlement, clearing the way to focus on advancing its Barrambie Gold Project and sustainable processing technologies.

ECP Emerging Growth Limited reported a 6.9% portfolio loss for H1 2025, underperforming the ASX Small Ordinaries Index, yet declared a fully franked interim dividend and teased a significant special dividend.

Bubalus Resources has responded to ASX concerns over a delayed director interest notice, attributing the lapse to an administrative oversight and reaffirming its commitment to compliance.

BTC Health’s investee, BTC Cardio, has landed exclusive Australian distribution rights for Jafron Biomedical’s hemoperfusion cartridges, aiming for a 2026 market debut pending regulatory approval.