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Austco Healthcare expects FY26 revenue between A$90 million and A$95 million, driven by strong sales and a significant US rollout. Net profit after tax is forecast to jump over 50%, supported by operational growth and a one-off benefit.

1414 Degrees has formed an Aerospace, Drone & Defence Advisory Board featuring six veterans from top defence and aerospace firms to accelerate the rollout of its SiNTL silicon anode battery technology targeting drones and adjacent markets.

Burger Fuel Group reported a 91.8% surge in net profit to NZD 1.97 million for FY26, driven by sales growth, reduced legal costs, and a one-off store sale gain, despite geopolitical headwinds in the Middle East.

KTEK Aerosystems has restarted deliveries after Middle East conflict-related supply chain disruptions, shipping an initial A$500,000 order and aiming for 150 units per month within five months.

Bubs Australia expects FY26 revenue between $105 million and $115 million, with underlying EBITDA forecast at $4 million to $8 million despite external challenges including regulatory delays and increased air freight costs.

Tourism Holdings Limited (THL) has received a revised acquisition proposal from a BGH-led consortium offering NZ$3.10 per share. Meanwhile, THL has downgraded its FY26 profit guidance and raised its net debt forecast amid ongoing global travel uncertainties.

8I Holdings Limited boosted its investment gains sixfold to S$1.28 million in FY2026, driven by U.S. tech equities, yet geopolitical turmoil and currency swings led to a reduced net loss of S$0.36 million.

Champion Iron Limited reported a 19% increase in net profit to C$168.7 million for FY2026, driven by record production and sales, progress on its DRPF project, and the strategic acquisition of Rana Gruber.

Beonic Ltd (ASX:BEO) has initiated a $3 million pro-rata renounceable entitlement offer at $0.08 per share, partially underwritten by Alpine Capital, to shore up working capital and repay shareholder loans. The offer carries potential dilution of 35.7% for non-participating shareholders and may increase the Thorney Group's voting power significantly.

Select Harvests delivered a 33% rise in underlying NPAT despite a wet harvest and higher costs, announcing a fully franked interim dividend and a 10% on-market share buy-back.

Advanced Innergy Holdings saw an 84% plunge in half-year profit despite a record £116 million order backlog, driven by project timing and IPO-related costs. The company confirmed full-year guidance and is poised for growth with key acquisitions in aquaculture and subsea manufacturing.

Mainfreight reported a 2.8% revenue increase to NZ$5.38 billion for FY26, but profit before tax declined 8.5% to NZ$350.9 million, weighed down by higher overheads and regional challenges. The company declared a steady final dividend and outlined ongoing network expansion plans.