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Delorean Corporation reports a significant half-year loss as it pivots from contractor to bioenergy infrastructure owner, advancing key projects but facing financial covenant breaches.

Coventry Group Ltd posted a modest revenue increase to $187.4 million for the half year ended December 2025, but underlying EBITDA plunged 67.7% amid a statutory net loss of $9.7 million. A strategic review is underway as the company suspends dividends to focus on debt reduction and growth.

Ariadne Australia Ltd reported a modest net profit of $2.8 million for the half-year ended December 2025, underpinned by strong growth in its Orams Group investment and key strategic assets despite foreign exchange headwinds.

Shriro Holdings reported solid half-year growth with revenue up 8.4% and NPAT rising 10%, underpinned by strong BBQ and kitchen appliance sales. The company reaffirmed its EBITDA guidance and announced a $15 million off-market share buy-back for FY26.

AVADA Group Limited reported an 11% revenue increase to $101.5 million in H1 FY26, driven by strong growth in Queensland and New South Wales and early gains from its business transformation. Despite a statutory loss, adjusted EBITDA improved, setting the stage for a stronger second half.

Wesfarmers has updated its dividend details, confirming a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 1.02 per share for the half-year ending December 2025, with payment scheduled for March 31, 2026. Shareholders can choose to receive payments in AUD, NZD, or GBP, reflecting the company’s international shareholder base.

MCS Services Limited has finalized a revised agreement to sell the core assets of its subsidiary Highways Traffic Pty Ltd to Altus Traffic for $1.16 million, pending shareholder approval. This marks a strategic step in MCS’s ongoing business realignment following the sale of its larger security division.

Bapcor Limited reported a statutory loss of $104.8 million for the first half of FY26 and announced a fully underwritten $200 million equity raising to strengthen its balance sheet and support operational recovery.

NTAW Holdings reported a reduced half-year loss of $9.7 million on a 12.3% revenue decline, driven by operational challenges and brand distribution changes. The company is focusing on cost restructuring and strategic partnerships to restore growth.

Bapcor Limited reported a statutory loss of $104.8 million for the first half of FY26, alongside an underlying profit in line with guidance. The company announced a $200 million equity raising to strengthen its balance sheet and fund a strategic turnaround.

Pureprofile Ltd reported a robust 14.2% increase in revenue and a 21.6% rise in net profit for H1 FY26, driven by international expansion and AI-powered platform growth. The company also announced a strategic acquisition to deepen its market research capabilities.

Change Financial has reported a strong first half for FY26 with record revenue growth and its first-ever half-year profit, underpinned by expanding recurring revenues and operational efficiencies.