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Fat Prophets Global Contrarian Fund Ltd has reported a robust 56% increase in net profit for the year ended 30 June 2025, driven by strong investment returns and a leveraged global equity portfolio. The company also declared a fully franked special dividend, reflecting confidence in its ongoing performance.

PT Aneka Tambang Tbk (ANTAM) reported a remarkable 240% surge in net profit for the half year ended June 30, 2025, driven by robust gold and nickel sales amid a challenging mining sector.

Opthea Limited reported a 26% reduction in net loss for FY2025 despite discontinuing its wet AMD drug after failed Phase III trials. The company settled its Development Funding Agreement with investors, securing liquidity and planning a strategic pivot.

Botanix Pharmaceuticals posted a sharp revenue increase driven by its new hyperhidrosis treatment Sofdra, yet reported a substantial net loss reflecting heavy investment in commercialisation. The company’s strong cash position underpins its path to profitability.

Merino & Co. Limited reported a significant 36% decline in revenues alongside a $2.76 million loss for the fiscal year ended June 2025, marking a stark reversal from the prior year’s modest profit.

Yandal Resources has clarified that a recent spike in its share price follows a significant off-market block trade, with no undisclosed material information influencing the market. The company also signals imminent drilling activity at its Ironstone Well-Barwidgee Gold Project.

Holista Colltech reports a sharp 70% reduction in net loss and an 8.6% revenue rise, driven by strong supplements sales and a landmark collagen partnership with Regenerex Pharma.

HALO Technologies reports a significantly improved half-year net loss and secures verbal FCA approval for its UK platform, while preparing to launch Managed Funds in Australia.

Halo Technologies Holdings Ltd reported a $6.06 million half-year loss, narrowing from last year’s $8.04 million, while preparing an $11 million rights issue to bolster its finances amid auditor concerns over asset valuations.

Rewardle Holdings reports a sharp 497% increase in half-year losses amid strategic investments in its MedTech partner CloudHolter and fintech expansions. Despite financial headwinds, the company advances its B2B2C platform with a focus on growth and innovation.

FirstWave Cloud Technology reports a significant reduction in losses for FY25, driven by operational restructuring and new AI initiatives, while setting sights on Latin American expansion.

Mayfield Childcare Limited reported a 14.9% revenue increase to $43.9 million for the half-year ended June 2025, but underlying earnings fell short due to occupancy struggles and underperforming acquisitions. The company faces a significant goodwill impairment and is focused on operational recovery.