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Waterco Limited delivered a robust turnaround in FY26 with net profit after tax soaring 61.6% to $15.5 million on modest revenue growth. The company expanded its Swimart franchise, advanced manufacturing insourcing, and boosted dividends to 20 cents per share fully franked.

RooLife Group (ASX: RLG) reported a 268% jump in FY2026 revenue to nearly $10 million, driven by rapid growth in its own food and beverage products, including RLG Coffee in China. Despite this, the company recorded a $3.58 million net loss, weighed down by impairment charges and R&D investments in renewable energy.

Senetas Corporation reported a 4.7% rise in revenue to $20.2 million for FY2026, achieving a strong $4.4 million operating cash flow turnaround. The company advanced its AI governance platform while maintaining a robust sales pipeline and capital management strategy.

SPC Global reported a 27% rise in normalised EBITDA for FY26 to $38.5 million, supported by a $100 million equity raise that halved net leverage. The company’s strategic pivot to higher-margin branded products and operational efficiencies set the stage for targeted double-digit revenue and EBITDA growth in FY27.

Mirrabooka Investments posted a 63.6% profit increase to $13 million for FY26 but saw its portfolio return lag the benchmark. The company declared a 14 cents fully franked dividend and welcomed Alison Gibson as new CEO following Mark Freeman's retirement.

Jupiter Mines reported a modest dip in FY2026 net profit to $37.6 million, with its joint venture Tshipi delivering solid production and sales despite rising costs and currency headwinds. The company declared a final dividend of 0.75 cents per share, maintaining its shareholder returns streak.

Mach7 Technologies reported a 17.4% revenue drop to $27.9 million and a 44% increase in net loss to $8.9 million for FY26, driven by a strategic transition to a subscription model and cost base restructuring.

Virgin Australia Holdings (ASX:VGN) posted a 13.4% rise in underlying EBIT to $753 million for FY26, declaring a fully franked dividend of 7.6 cents per share, its first since relisting. The airline’s transformation program, fleet renewal, and operational resilience underpin its improved financial and customer metrics.

Air New Zealand reported a $242 million net loss for FY2026, hit by soaring fuel prices and multi-year engine issues despite revenue growth and operational gains.

Air New Zealand reported a $242 million net loss after tax for FY2026, hit by soaring fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict and persistent engine issues. The airline unveiled a new strategy aiming for operational resilience and targeted growth amid ongoing cost pressures.

Comvita Limited has swung back to profitability in FY26, reporting $7.7 million net profit after a $40.5 million capital raise that brought Southeast Asian consumer giant F&N Ventures on board with a near 20% stake.

Almasar Minerals Limited (ASX:AMK) is launching an IPO to fund early-stage exploration across five licences in Saudi Arabia’s Arabian Shield, targeting gold and copper mineralisation.