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The a2 Milk Company has reported robust half-year results with strong revenue and earnings growth, driven by gains in infant formula and liquid milk segments, alongside a strategic supply chain transformation. The company has upgraded its full-year outlook and announced a substantial special dividend, signalling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Meridian Energy's January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation fueled by above-average water and snow storage, alongside rising retail sales, despite wholesale electricity prices plummeting to historic lows.

Regal Asian Investments Limited (ASX, RG8) has updated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan, eliminating the minimum participation requirement and streamlining administrative processes for shareholders.

Dusk Group Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with total sales rising 5.1% to $91.8 million, underpinned by product innovation and a successful AfterGlow store format trial. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend of 4.0 cents per share.

dusk Group Limited reported a 5.1% rise in half-year sales to $91.8 million, driven by strong online growth and product innovation, while declaring a fully franked interim dividend of 4.0 cents per share.

Nick Scali Limited reported a robust 29% rise in net profit after tax for the first half of FY26, driven by strong growth in its ANZ operations despite ongoing UK store refurbishments and rebranding efforts.

Nick Scali Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with a 36% rise in net profit, driven by strong sales growth and margin improvements in Australia and New Zealand, while UK operations show signs of recovery following extensive store refurbishments.

Nick Scali Limited posted a robust half-year result with revenue up 7.2% and net profit soaring 36.4%, driven by strong ANZ growth despite ongoing UK losses. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 39 cents per share.

Cochlear Limited has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 2.15 per share for the six months ending December 2025, with payments scheduled for April 2026 and options for currency conversion based on shareholder location.

Meridian Energy’s January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation amid record rainfall and soaring electricity demand, despite wholesale prices plunging to historic lows.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a steady net profit of AUD 1.9 billion for the first quarter of 2026, underpinned by stable margins and robust capital ratios. The bank’s credit quality and funding position remain resilient amid a cautious economic outlook.

Minerals Exploration Ltd has reported promising initial drilling results at its Waitekauri Gold Project in New Zealand, revealing wide zones of gold mineralisation beneath historic workings at the Scotia Prospect and ongoing progress at the Jubilee Gold Mine.