Latest Operational Efficiency News

AUB Group Limited delivered a robust FY25 performance, with underlying NPAT rising 17.1% to AUD 200.2 million, driven by strategic acquisitions and margin improvements. The company’s aggressive UK retail expansion and diversified portfolio underpin a confident FY26 outlook.

Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited reported record group store sales of NZ$703.2 million for the half year ended 30 June 2025, but rising costs pressured profits and margins across key markets.

Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited posted record group store sales of NZD 703.2 million for the first half of 2025, driven by strong growth in Hawaii and new store openings in New Zealand. However, profit margins came under pressure from rising costs, leading to a 5.6% drop in net profit after tax.

Genesis Energy reported a robust FY25 with a 14% rise in normalised EBITDAF and a 29% jump in net profit, driven by strategic portfolio flexibility amid volatile energy markets. The company accelerated its Gen35 strategy, including key renewable projects and long-term capacity contracts to bolster New Zealand’s energy security.

Metals X Limited reported a robust half-year to June 2025 with profit after tax soaring 256% to $52.9 million, driven by higher tin sales and prices from its Renison joint venture. The company also progressed key projects and deepened strategic investments while reinforcing its ESG and safety frameworks.

Acrow Limited reported a 23% revenue increase to $265.1 million for FY25, driven by strong growth in its Industrial Access division and key acquisitions. Despite a slight dip in earnings per share, the company declared a fully franked final dividend of 2.95 cents per share.

Platinum Asia Investments has finalized its scheme of arrangement, transferring shares to an ETF structure and delisting from the ASX. Shareholders now hold units in the Platinum Asia Fund Complex ETF as the company undergoes a significant restructure.

Supply Network Limited reported a robust 15.5% revenue increase to $349.9 million and a 21.2% rise in profit after tax to $40 million for FY2025, alongside a higher fully franked final dividend of 38 cents per share.

K&S Corporation reported a 9% decline in underlying profit before tax for FY2025, alongside a 9.7% drop in revenue, as it invests heavily in property and terminal upgrades while navigating safety regulatory pressures.

Asset Vision reported robust FY25 results with significant revenue and cash flow growth, achieving a debt-free status while advancing its AI-powered asset management platform.

PolyNovo Limited reported a robust 28.9% increase in group sales to A$118.6 million for FY25, alongside a 151% surge in net profit after tax to A$13.2 million, driven by strong U.S. growth and key regulatory approvals.

Kogan.com Ltd reported robust FY25 results with strong sales growth, margin improvement, and a rapidly expanding customer base, while navigating challenges at Mighty Ape. The company outlined ambitious plans to boost profitability through platform-based sales and product margin optimisation.