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Argo Global Listed Infrastructure Limited has reported a sharp 72% decline in half-year profit for the period ending December 2025, driven by unrealised fair value losses on its investment portfolio. Despite this, the company has declared a higher fully franked interim dividend of 4.5 cents per share.

Aussie Broadband reported an 8.4% revenue rise to $637.8 million in H1 2026, driven by broadband and mobile growth, but net profit fell 58% due to a $14.8 million goodwill impairment. The company declared a fully franked dividend and announced major acquisitions to boost its customer base.

Perpetual Equity Investment Company Limited reported a robust net profit increase for the first half of 2026 and maintained its fully franked interim dividend, reinforcing its commitment to reliable shareholder income amid market uncertainties.

Pioneer Credit has successfully negotiated a significant 315 basis points cut in the margin on its $55.5 million Medium Term Notes, substantially lowering its funding costs and boosting cash flow.

Praemium Limited reported a robust half-year performance with a 69.5% jump in net profit and a 9.6% rise in funds under administration, completing the OneVue platform transition and acquiring AI specialist Technotia Laboratories.

Kogan.com Ltd has delivered a robust half-year performance with strong revenue growth and margin expansion, while Mighty Ape embarks on a strategic reset aiming for profitability in the second half of FY26.

EVT Limited reported a robust first half for 2026 with revenue rising 5.4% to A$683.8 million and net profit up 21.6%, driven by strong performances in Germany, Thredbo, and Hotels. Strategic acquisitions, including Pro-invest Hotels and QT Auckland, underpin the group’s growth ambitions.

Talius Group Limited reported a significant 31% decline in revenue for the year ended December 2025 but managed to reduce its net loss by 55%, reflecting cautious progress amid challenging conditions.

Minerals 260 has locked in a $220 million strategic funding deal with Franco-Nevada, boosting development and de-risking the Bullabulling Gold Project in Western Australia. This marks Franco-Nevada’s largest Australian investment to date.

IPD Group Limited reported a robust half-year performance with revenue climbing 8.9% to $192.7 million and underlying NPAT rising 8.3%. The strategic acquisition of Platinum Cables strengthens its foothold in the mining sector, while a fully franked interim dividend signals confidence.

Lindsay Australia Limited reported a robust 24.9% increase in revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by its strategic acquisition of SRT Logistics and strong divisional performances. However, profit after tax declined 11.7%, reflecting competitive pricing and integration expenses.

Lendlease reported a statutory loss of $318 million for the half year ended December 2025, reflecting non-cash impairments, while its core Investments, Development and Construction segment delivered solid EBITDA and maintained full-year guidance. The group is focused on capital recycling and balance sheet strengthening ahead of anticipated earnings growth in FY27.