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ASB’s half-year results show a modest 1% rise in cash net profit, driven by growth in home, business, and rural lending alongside a 5% increase in customer deposits. The bank is investing heavily in technology, customer experience, and social housing initiatives to support New Zealand’s long-term prosperity.

Argenica Therapeutics has reported a significant increase in its half-year loss to $3.82 million, driven by reduced revenue and higher research and development expenses. The company continues to invest heavily in its neuroprotective drug candidate ARG-007 amid ongoing clinical trials.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a robust half-year result for December 2025, with a 6% rise in cash NPAT to $5.445 billion and a 10-cent dividend increase, underpinned by disciplined growth and strong capital management.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, balancing lending growth with margin pressures and increased technology investment.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% increase in statutory net profit after tax to $5.367 billion for the half year ended December 2025, supported by lending growth and improved credit quality despite margin pressures and higher expenses. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of $2.35 per share.

Regal Partners Global Investments Limited (ASX, RG1) has reported a remarkable turnaround with a $103.5 million profit after tax for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, alongside a 6.0 cent fully franked interim dividend and an active share buy-back program.

Macquarie Group has reported a solid third quarter for FY26, with significant profit gains in asset management and capital divisions, alongside steady growth in banking services. The group maintains a strong capital buffer, positioning itself well despite a cautious economic outlook.

Brisbane Broncos Limited projects a significant profit increase for 2025, driven by premiership wins in both their NRL and NRLW teams and boosted commercial revenues.

FlexiRoam Limited reveals a strong financial turnaround with AI-powered innovations driving profitability and margin expansion in the first half of FY26. The company’s strategic partnerships and zero-integration platform position it well in the fast-growing eSIM market.

Xero Limited has outlined a bold AI strategy and detailed the integration of Melio to accelerate its US market growth, supported by new financial disclosures and a clear path to profitability.

Xero Limited reveals new AI product demonstrations and updates on Melio’s integration, reaffirming ambitious US growth and FY28 revenue targets.

Pivotal Metals has revealed ore sorting test results at its Horden Lake project that deliver up to a 2.1 times uplift in copper grade, promising substantial cost savings and flexible development options in Quebec’s Tier 1 mining jurisdiction.