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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.

Solution Dynamics Limited reported an 85% drop in net profit for FY2026 to NZD 0.38 million, hit by a major contract loss and investment in its new AI-driven dental marketing platform, nGAGE.

Bathurst Resources delivered a consolidated EBITDA of NZD 44.7 million for FY26, reaching the top of its guidance despite a challenging start to the year for export coal prices. The company advanced key growth projects in New Zealand and Canada while maintaining a robust cash position.

L1 Long Short Fund Limited (ASX:LSF) posted a standout FY26 with a 45.4% net portfolio return, driving a 538% jump in net profit after tax to $635 million and a 22% CAGR in dividends since IPO. The fund also released its inaugural climate-related disclosures, affirming resilience amid evolving risks.

Advanced Braking Technology Ltd (ASX: ABV) posted a 22.7% revenue increase to $23.48 million and a 16.6% rise in net profit after tax to $2.075 million for FY26, driven by international expansion and advances in autonomous braking technology.

Veris Limited lifted revenue by 4.9% to $102 million in FY26, driven by digital and advisory growth, but statutory net profit fell 67% amid one-off costs and macroeconomic headwinds.

Flight Centre Travel Group posted record total transaction value (TTV) of $25.7 billion in FY26, with statutory profit after tax surging 38% despite a $60 million Q4 leisure profit hit from Middle East tensions. The company declared a fully franked 30c dividend and launched a new $200 million buy-back program.