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Genesis Minerals has reported a remarkable fourfold increase in net profit after tax to A$238 million for the first half of FY26, driven by a 58% rise in gold production and robust margins. The company’s strong cash position and accelerated growth plans position it well for the year ahead.

Transurban Group has reported a robust turnaround in its half-year results to December 2025, with revenue rising 8.1% and profit rebounding from a loss to $343 million. Major infrastructure projects like Melbourne’s West Gate Tunnel and Sydney’s M7-M12 integration are driving growth and operational momentum.

Emeco Holdings Limited has reported a solid 15% increase in net profit for the half year ending December 2025, alongside a 9% rise in revenue, while opting to maintain a no-dividend payout policy.

PLS Group reported a robust first half of FY26, with lithium production up 6% and a 40% jump in realised prices driving a 47% revenue increase. Underlying EBITDA soared 241%, underscoring operational efficiency and cost discipline.

Medibank Private Limited reported a 6% rise in operating profit for the half-year ended December 2025, despite an 11% drop in net profit after tax amid ongoing cybercrime-related costs and legal challenges. The company also raised its interim dividend by 6.4%, signalling confidence in its capital position and growth strategy.

Telstra Group Limited reported solid half-year results for December 2025, with revenue and profit growth underpinning a higher dividend and an expanded share buy-back program. The company’s Connected Future 30 strategy continues to drive operational momentum amid disciplined cost management.

SkyCity Entertainment Group posted a solid half-year profit increase to NZD 12.1 million despite a slight revenue dip, bolstered by a major equity raise and a clean bill on its Adelaide casino licence.

Auckland International Airport reported a 6% rise in underlying profit for the first half of FY26, driven by passenger growth and key infrastructure projects. The airport also narrowed its full-year guidance while navigating global fleet capacity challenges.

Spheria Emerging Companies Limited has reported a solid 16.8% increase in profit after tax for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside a strategic shift introducing monthly fully franked dividends.

Infragreen Group Limited reports a remarkable turnaround with a statutory net profit of A$3.64 million for H1 2025 and declares its inaugural interim dividend, underscoring confidence in its sustainable infrastructure investments.

Austco Healthcare has reported a robust first half of 2026, with revenue surging 31% and EBITDA jumping 60%, underpinned by solid contract backlog and debt-free balance sheet.

Bell Financial Group delivered a robust 17.1% rise in net profit after tax to $36 million for 2025, driven by strong growth in its Platforms division and a rebound in market activity. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 6.5 cents per share, signalling confidence as it prepares to launch a new wealth management platform in 2026.