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Nufarm Limited has announced Rico Christensen as its new CEO, effective January 2026, succeeding Greg Hunt who will stay on as advisor until mid-2026. Christensen brings three decades of global agricultural sector expertise and a strong operational focus.

Nufarm’s FY25 results reveal robust growth in crop protection and a strategic shift in seed technologies, alongside a significant $538 million reduction in net debt. The company eyes stronger earnings and lower leverage in FY26.

Nufarm Limited reported a $165.3 million statutory loss for FY25, driven by restructuring costs in Seed Technologies despite strong Crop Protection growth. A CEO transition and refinancing moves set the stage for FY26.

Clover Corporation Limited reported a standout FY25 with robust revenue growth and a sharp rise in profitability, underpinned by strategic market expansion and product innovation. The company’s strengthened balance sheet and optimistic FY26 outlook signal continued momentum.

BlueScope confirms its first-half FY2026 earnings guidance at the lower end of expectations, highlighting a mix of regional challenges and growth initiatives as it navigates cost pressures and market shifts.

Clover Corporation delivered a robust FY25 with strong second-half sales and operational milestones, positioning itself for continued growth in FY26 amid ongoing innovation and market expansion.

Zeotech Limited has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent with Bisley & Company to explore marketing and distribution of its high-reactivity metakaolin product, AusPozz™, across Australia and key international markets.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has received a significant US$100 million Letter of Interest from Export Development Canada, reinforcing the financing framework for its Colossus Rare Earths Project in Brazil. This follows prior support from French and Brazilian export credit agencies, positioning the company for a Final Investment Decision in 2026.

James Hardie Industries has appointed Nigel Stein as the new Chair of its Board and established an Integration and Performance Committee to oversee the AZEK acquisition integration and enhance shareholder engagement.

James Hardie Industries reports a 34% jump in Q2 FY26 net sales driven by the AZEK acquisition and European growth, while grappling with margin pressures and integration costs.

Pro Medicus Limited’s U.S. arm has secured a significant five-year, A$44 million contract to deploy its cloud-based Visage 7 imaging platform with Advanced Radiology Management, marking a strategic expansion in North America.

Iondrive Limited’s Phase 1 techno-economic evaluation of its IONSolv™ modular rare earth elements recycling plant reveals promising financial metrics and a scalable US rollout strategy. Phase 2 validation is underway to refine assumptions and advance commercial deployment.