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ARB Corporation Limited reported a 5.9% increase in sales revenue to $361.7 million for the half year ended December 2024, while profit margins slightly contracted. Strategic acquisitions in the US and Australasia underpin the company’s cautious optimism for future growth.

SEEK Limited’s FY2025 half-year results reveal a revenue dip and profit contraction, yet the company delivers a robust free cash flow surge and raises its interim dividend, underscoring resilience amid evolving market conditions.

SEEK Limited reported robust half-year results for FY2025, with gains in placement share and yield offsetting volume declines, alongside a significant rise in free cash flow and an increased interim dividend.

Ansell Limited has updated its FY25 interim dividend details, confirming a payment of USD 0.222 per share with an AUD equivalent of 0.3486, payable on March 6, 2025.

Polymetals Resources Ltd invites eligible shareholders to participate in a new Share Purchase Plan at $0.80 per share, aiming to raise up to $3.2 million after a successful $35 million institutional placement.

Ausmon Resources Limited has launched a Share Purchase Plan aiming to raise up to $540,000 by issuing shares at a discounted price, supporting its exploration and operational funding needs.

Polymetals Resources Ltd has opened a Share Purchase Plan allowing eligible shareholders to invest up to $30,000 each at $0.80 per share, aiming to raise $3.2 million to bolster its balance sheet and fund exploration.

BHP Group Limited has announced a fully franked dividend of USD 0.50 per share for the half-year ending December 2024, payable on March 27, 2025, with multiple currency payment options and a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available.

Biome Australia Limited has reported its first-ever net profit of $433,395 for the half-year ended December 2024, alongside a 47.4% increase in revenue driven by strong sales of its Activated Probiotics.

Big River Industries reported a 3.3% revenue decline and a 26% drop in EBITDA for 1H FY25, reflecting ongoing residential market challenges. Despite this, the company is investing in growth and operational efficiencies, maintaining a cautiously optimistic outlook for FY26 and beyond.

Big River Industries reports a 3.3% revenue decline in 1H FY25 but shows signs of operational resilience and strategic progress amid challenging market conditions.

Baby Bunting has reported a robust first half for FY25, with net profit after tax rising 37% to $4.8 million and sales edging up 2.4%. The company’s strategic initiatives around margin improvement and store expansion underpin a stable outlook for the full year.