Latest New Zealand Market News

Inghams Group reports flat revenue but a sharp 42% drop in EBITDA for the first half of FY26, revising full-year earnings guidance lower amid ongoing cost inflation and operational challenges.

Harmoney Corp Limited reported a striking 166% rise in Cash NPAT to $6.1 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by robust loan originations and improved interest margins. The company’s scalable model and refinancing efforts underpin its strong financial momentum.

Solvar Limited reported a 5.8% rise in half-year NPAT to $20 million, driven by the sale of its New Zealand written-off loan book and expanded debt facilities. The company also announced a special dividend and outlined growth plans in commercial lending.

Ventia Services Group has extended its contract with Transpower New Zealand to continue delivering specialist electrical services across the national grid, locking in NZ$160 million in revenue through 2029.

Baby Bunting has reported record half-year sales and margin growth for 1H FY26, underpinned by its Store of the Future refurbishments and strategic expansions. The company maintains its full-year profit guidance while unveiling a new exclusive partnership with premium brand Stokke.

Temple & Webster Group Limited reported a robust 20% revenue increase to $376 million in the first half of FY26, maintaining momentum towards its $1 billion revenue target by FY28. The company’s strategic investments in AI, exclusive products, and new markets like New Zealand underpin its expanding market presence.

Temple & Webster reported a 20% revenue increase to $375.9 million for H1 FY26, driven by record active customers and exclusive product growth. However, profit before tax fell 25% to $9.4 million, impacted by investments in New Zealand and higher marketing spend.

Algorae Pharmaceuticals has advanced its AI drug discovery capabilities with the launch of AlgoraeOS v2 and secured key commercial partnerships, including a $3 million debt facility to support expansion in Australia and New Zealand.

Ampol Limited reports a robust fourth quarter Lytton Refiner Margin of US$15.14 per barrel, underpinning a strong preliminary FY25 earnings update with an expected EBIT of approximately $945 million.

Channel Infrastructure has reported a 3.9% increase in fuel throughput for Q4 2025, marking its highest quarterly volume since import terminal operations began. Key infrastructure projects are progressing ahead of schedule, positioning the company strongly for future growth.

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises has appointed Merrill Pereyra as CEO for Australia and New Zealand, while expanding George Saoud’s responsibilities to include Chief Operating Officer. These leadership moves aim to accelerate the company’s turnaround and operational efficiency.

Locate Technologies secures court approval to transition its holding company to a newly listed New Zealand entity, marking a significant restructuring and ASX delisting.