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Ampol's third-quarter trading strengthened as Lytton refinery margins more than doubled and Convenience Retail sales surged, but extra maintenance will reduce expected fourth-quarter higher-value product output by about 150 million litres. The Ultra Low Sulfur Fuels project has also slipped into the first quarter of 2027, while the proposed Evie Networks acquisition awaits regulatory clearance.

Sparc Technologies has signed a non-exclusive MoU with UK graphene producer Levidian Nanosystems to develop and commercialise ecosparc-enhanced coatings across the GCC. The agreement sets targets for a binding commercial deal within 12 months and potential UAE manufacturing within 24 months, but commits neither sales nor revenue.

ARB Corporation’s FY26 profit fell 5.2% as weaker Australian aftermarket and OEM sales outweighed modest export growth. The 4x4 accessories maker is relying on improved vehicle supply, US expansion and new product programs to rebuild momentum in FY27.

Orora says strong Cans growth is no longer enough to offset weaker Saverglass earnings, with Group EBIT expected to decline in FY27. The company is targeting more than €30 million in Glass EBIT improvement by FY30 after a €449.7 million non-cash impairment.

Inghams Group Limited (ASX:ING) returned to poultry volume growth in FY26, but rising costs, a tax dispute and weaker earnings sharply reduced shareholder returns. The company enters FY27 with lower net debt, elevated leverage and a value-led turnaround strategy still to prove itself.

Medical Developments International returned to EBIT profitability in FY26 as Penthrox volumes strengthened across Australian hospitals and Europe. The company now faces the less glamorous test of converting regulatory progress into repeatable demand while absorbing weaker Respiratory sales and new amortisation costs.

Electro Optic Systems has signed its largest-ever contract, worth £370 million or about A$700 million, to deploy a nation-wide counter-drone network in an unnamed Gulf state. The opportunity is substantial, but remains conditional on guarantees, an advance payment, export licences and further consents.

SRJ Technologies has moved its Dubai Petroleum relationship from proof of concept into revenue-generating field operations, with an indicative opportunity pipeline of up to US$4.4 million. Angola mobilisation and an expanded emissions programme add near-term activity, although several opportunities remain uncommitted.

Streamplay Studio lifted FY26 revenue to A$13.80 million as Noodlecake Studios contributed for a full year, while the statutory loss narrowed and operating cash flow turned positive. The result also highlights falling cash, substantial equity-based compensation and continued reliance on successful game releases.

Compumedics Limited (ASX:CMP) returned to profit in FY26 as record revenue, stronger cash generation and a sharp rise in MEG and SaaS sales reshaped its earnings profile. The company enters FY27 with A$28.3 million of open orders, but lower gross margins and uneven US and European execution remain key tests.

Memphasys will receive an A$3.5 million advance from major shareholder Peters Investments to expand Felix production, inventory and sales capacity as repeat orders emerge across international markets. The funding carries a 12.5% interest rate, potential equity dilution and requires shareholder and ASX approvals before the convertible notes can be issued.

SRJ Technologies has secured a US$1.234 million purchase order for an LNG controls upgrade supporting a Middle Eastern National Oil Company. The award adds revenue across FY26 and FY27 while giving SRJ a less site-dependent route to build its Gulf credentials.