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Echelon Resources Limited reported a robust 7% revenue increase and a 61% rise in net profit after tax for H1 2026, driven by higher gas prices and strong field performance. The company also declared an interim dividend amid ongoing legal uncertainties.

Heartland Group Holdings Limited reports a robust turnaround in first-half 2026 net profit, driven by margin expansion, asset quality improvements, and strong Reverse Mortgage growth in New Zealand and Australia. The group also advances significant technology investments and benefits from eased Reserve Bank capital requirements.

Sky Network Television posts a robust first half FY26 with 8% revenue growth and a 77% rise in underlying net profit, driven by the strategic acquisition and integration of Discovery NZ, now Sky Free.

Air New Zealand reported a $40 million net loss for the first half of FY2026, citing global engine maintenance delays and escalating aviation costs. The airline is undertaking a strategic review to restore profitability and prepare for fleet expansion.

Kip McGrath Education Centres Limited reported a 15.4% rise in profit after tax for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by pricing and operational efficiencies despite a 5% drop in lesson volumes. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend and completed a share buyback amid leadership changes.

Experience Co Limited reported a 5% increase in sales revenue to $67.2 million for 1H26, with underlying EBITDA steady at $10.5 million despite operational challenges. The company is streamlining its portfolio by selling Wild Bush Luxury and focusing on scalable adventure experiences.

Suncorp Group Limited has updated its dividend distribution details, confirming a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.17 per share payable in March 2026, with tailored currency payment options for shareholders.

Pharmx Technologies reported a 3.1% revenue increase to $3.89 million for H1 FY26 but posted a net loss of $512,000 driven by strategic investments. The company also announced a significant multi-year alliance with Sigma Healthcare.

Fleetwood Limited reported a 16% decline in revenue for the half-year ended December 2025 but posted an 84% jump in net profit, driven by strong occupancy in its Community Solutions segment and strategic asset sales.

EBOS Group Limited reported a solid 13% increase in revenue for the first half of FY2026, alongside a 13% rise in net profit attributable to owners, while maintaining its interim dividend.

Meridian Energy has reported a robust turnaround with a NZD 227 million net profit after tax for the first half of 2026, driven by record wind generation and strong hydro inflows. The company also raised its interim dividend and advanced multiple renewable projects.

Steadfast Group Limited reported a solid half-year result for December 2025, with underlying net profit after tax rising 7% to $137.5 million and a fully franked interim dividend declared. The insurer intermediary also increased its gearing capacity to support ongoing growth.