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Pureprofile Ltd reported a robust 14.2% increase in revenue and a 21.6% rise in net profit for H1 FY26, driven by international expansion and AI-powered platform growth. The company also announced a strategic acquisition to deepen its market research capabilities.

Swoop Holdings Limited has reported a net loss for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, with auditors highlighting material uncertainty over the company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The mobile services provider faces operational and financial challenges as it pursues growth in a competitive market.

Shaver Shop Group Limited posted solid first-half results for FY26, with record gross profit margins and steady profit growth underpinned by its private brand Transform-U. The specialty retailer continues to balance growth initiatives with a conservative financial position.

Change Financial has reported a strong first half for FY26 with record revenue growth and its first-ever half-year profit, underpinned by expanding recurring revenues and operational efficiencies.

Ridley Corporation’s half-year results reveal a dramatic profit jump driven by its acquisition of Incitec Pivot Fertilisers Distribution, alongside a healthy dividend increase and solid segment performances.

COG Financial Services reported solid half-year results with an 8% rise in underlying revenue and a 14% increase in profit after tax, driven by acquisitions and expanded equity stakes. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend of 3.5 cents per share.

Atturra Limited reported a $4 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, even as revenue jumped nearly 28%. The company’s recent acquisition of Blue Connections adds complexity to its financial outlook.

XReality Group has reported its strongest half-year performance yet, driven by rapid growth in its Operator XR business focused on immersive training solutions for defence and law enforcement.

xReality Group Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with revenue climbing 41% to $10.4 million, driven by rapid expansion of its Operator XR platform. EBITDA surged 190%, underscoring the company’s successful pivot to software-led immersive training solutions.

GTN Limited reported a 14.7% revenue decline to $82.5 million and a significant net loss of $40.9 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by a $41.5 million impairment charge. The company also announced a $43.9 million return of capital and a strategic exit from aviation operations in Australia and Canada.

Austin Engineering Limited has reported a dramatic fall in revenue and EBITDA for the first half of fiscal 2026, yet it has declared a modest interim dividend, signalling cautious confidence amid challenges.

Qantas Airways delivered a solid half-year performance with a 5.1% rise in underlying profit before tax to $1.456 billion, underpinned by strong travel demand and fleet renewal. The Group announced a fully franked interim dividend of $300 million and a $150 million on-market share buy-back.