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Brambles Limited reported a 10% rise in underlying profit for FY25, driven by operational efficiencies and digital initiatives, while announcing a US$400 million share buy-back for FY26. The company’s transformation program underpins a confident outlook despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Ainsworth Game Technology reported a steady half-year profit of $4.9 million on a 25% revenue increase, driven by strong domestic sales and new product launches, while navigating regional challenges and a looming Novomatic takeover bid.

Ovanti Limited has secured a strategic three-year partnership with Shift4 Payments to launch its innovative Buy Now Pay Later services across over 100,000 US merchants, leveraging AI-driven credit models and stablecoin-backed funding.

Lycopodium Limited delivered FY25 results at the top end of guidance, reporting strong revenue and profit growth alongside strategic moves to deepen its global footprint, notably through the acquisition of Argentinian engineering firm SAXUM.

Smart Parking Limited delivered record FY25 results, driven by strong organic growth and the strategic acquisition of Peak Parking in the USA, setting the stage for ambitious global expansion.

Transurban reports solid FY25 financial results with strong EBITDA and free cash flow growth, steady operating costs, and promising progress on NSW Toll Reform and major infrastructure projects.

Transurban Group reported a solid FY25 with a 7.4% increase in proportional EBITDA and a 4.8% rise in distributions, underpinned by traffic growth across all markets. The company projects a further 6% distribution increase in FY26, while navigating NSW toll reform and advancing key infrastructure projects.

Impact Minerals’ 50%-owned Alluminous Pty Ltd advances its proprietary HiPurA® High Purity Alumina technology with new leadership and pilot plant commissioning, attracting strong customer interest.

Transurban reports solid FY25 results with rising toll revenue, improved EBITDA margins, and strong free cash flow, while advancing key infrastructure projects and navigating NSW Toll Reform.

Transurban Group delivered solid FY25 results with a 7.4% increase in proportional EBITDA and a 4.8% distribution growth, while setting a confident 6% higher payout target for FY26 amid ongoing toll reform talks.

Transurban Group reported a 5.6% rise in proportional toll revenue and a 7.4% increase in operating EBITDA for FY25, despite a significant profit decline due to litigation and restructuring costs. The company’s distribution grew 4.8%, supported by strong free cash flow, as key infrastructure projects near completion.

James Hardie Industries reported a 9% decline in Q1 FY26 net sales to $900 million, while successfully completing its AZEK acquisition, setting the stage for expanded market reach and product offerings. The company adjusted its FY26 guidance to reflect softer North American demand but remains focused on long-term growth.