Latest Middle East Conflict News

Henderson Far East Income Limited posted a robust 23.3% net asset value total return for the half-year ending February 2026, supported by strong Asian tech and financial sector gains. The trust declared a 6.25p interim dividend and raised £39.1 million through new share issuance, securing a spot in the FTSE 250.

New Hope Corporation is raising A$300 million through a new convertible notes issue while simultaneously seeking to repurchase its existing A$300 million notes. The move coincides with elevated thermal coal prices amid Middle East tensions and ongoing operational guidance.

Nufarm reports a robust first half of FY26 with underlying EBITDA rising 17% and net debt falling by $130 million, while new CEO Rico Christensen initiates a $50 million cost savings program as part of a strategic refresh.

Ryman Healthcare’s FY26 retirement living sales hit 1,410 ORAs, aligning with guidance despite a Q4 dip in new sales. The company reports robust aged care occupancy and expects free cash flow near NZD 180 million.

Qantas has sharply revised its FY26 outlook as jet fuel prices soar, doubling its international unit revenue growth forecast while trimming domestic capacity and deferring its share buyback.

Westpac Banking Corporation reports steady lending and deposit growth alongside stable margins despite geopolitical headwinds, while transaction costs from its RAMS mortgage portfolio sale weigh on first-half profits.

Cleanaway has trimmed its FY26 EBIT forecast to $460-$480 million, citing a $20 million hit from rising fuel and logistics costs linked to the Middle East war. The company leans on contractual fuel cost pass-throughs and strategic supply deals to cushion the blow.

The a2 Milk Company faces significant supply chain disruptions in China, dampening its infant formula sales and forcing a downgrade of its FY26 financial outlook despite robust demand.

The a2 Milk Company reports robust demand for its infant formula in China but warns that supply chain disruptions, linked partly to the Middle East conflict, will dampen sales and margins in FY26.

Orora has lowered its FY26 EBIT forecast for its Saverglass business due to direct operational impacts and indirect market shifts stemming from the ongoing Middle East conflict, while maintaining stable guidance for other segments.

Transurban Group's March quarter 2026 traffic update shows a 3.0% increase in average daily traffic, driven by infrastructure openings in Melbourne and North America despite ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges.

Transurban Group's March quarter 2026 traffic update shows a 3.0% increase in average daily traffic, supported by new infrastructure openings in Melbourne and North America amid ongoing macroeconomic and geopolitical challenges.