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Contact Energy has successfully completed a NZ$450 million placement as part of a NZ$525 million equity raise, supported by both existing and new international investors. The company now opens a NZ$75 million retail offer to eligible shareholders, marking a significant capital expansion.

BHP Group Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of USD 0.73 per share for the half-year ending December 2025, with multiple currency payment options and a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available.

SEEK Limited reported robust H1 FY2026 results, powered by AI-driven product innovation and pricing, delivering strong revenue and profit growth alongside a record interim dividend. However, a significant impairment on its Zhaopin investment weighed on reported earnings.

SEEK Limited has reported a robust first half for FY2026, driven by AI-enhanced products and strategic pricing, resulting in double-digit revenue growth and a record interim dividend.

SEEK Limited posted strong half-year revenue growth and record dividends, but a hefty impairment charge on its Chinese associate Zhaopin led to a significant net loss. The company’s strategic platform unification and Sidekicker reacquisition underpin operational momentum despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Sims Limited reported a robust fiscal 2026 half-year underlying profit, boosted by strong performances in its Lifecycle Services and North American metal operations. Despite statutory losses from derivative impacts, the company declared a healthy interim dividend and outlined strategic investments for future growth.

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.

Baby Bunting reported a 6.7% rise in revenue to $271.4 million for H1 2026, while statutory net profit after tax fell 52.5%. Adjusted earnings paint a steadier picture with a 4.1% increase in pro forma NPAT.

Smart Parking Limited has reported record first-half results for FY26, driven by strong organic growth and a successful US acquisition that boosted earnings per share by over 30%.

Smart Parking Limited reported a robust half-year result for December 2025, nearly doubling revenue to $62.6 million and boosting adjusted EBITDA by 85%, driven by its US acquisition and international growth.

TradeWindow has successfully closed its NZ$5.9 million Share Purchase Plan, with retail investors contributing around NZ$217,000. Shares will be allotted at NZ$0.25 each, matching the previous placement price.

BPH Energy has successfully raised $0.54 million by issuing over 542 million new listed options, allowing existing option holders to maintain their stake in the company’s future.