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Downer EDI Limited reported a robust FY25 with a 33% rise in underlying NPATA and announced a $230 million share buy-back, underscoring confidence in its transformation and growth outlook. The company’s disciplined portfolio simplification and operational improvements set the stage for steady FY26 performance despite short-term market softness.

National Storage REIT delivered a solid FY25 with a 6.4% rise in underlying earnings and a robust $303 million acquisition spree, underpinning its growth ambitions amid a strong development pipeline.

NAOS Small Cap Opportunities Company Limited reported a significantly reduced loss for FY25 and declared a final quarterly dividend, while outlining a cautiously optimistic outlook for FY26 driven by core portfolio improvements.

Qube Holdings has reported a landmark FY25 with underlying revenue soaring 27.3% to $4.46 billion and earnings rising across all key metrics, despite industrial action and adverse weather disruptions.

Whitehaven Coal reported a robust FY25 with underlying NPAT of $319 million and record production, while maintaining a strong balance sheet and announcing shareholder returns. The company’s FY26 guidance signals continued operational focus amid stabilizing coal markets.

IDT Australia Limited reported a strong 40.6% increase in revenue to $19.86 million for FY25, driven by growth in advanced therapies and contract disbursements. However, the company’s net loss widened to $8.06 million as it transitions from its ‘Rebuild Strategy’ to a new phase focused on sustainable profitability.

Peter Warren Automotive Holdings reported a modest revenue increase but a sharp profit decline in FY25, unveiling a new CEO and a refreshed growth strategy to tackle industry challenges.

IPH Limited reported a solid 16.5% revenue increase to $710.3 million for FY25, driven by strategic acquisitions in Canada and strong organic growth in Asia and ANZ. Despite ongoing delays at the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, the company achieved higher earnings and dividends, setting the stage for further operational efficiencies and technology investments.

Capral Limited reported half-year earnings in line with expectations despite a 7% decline in volume, buoyed by higher aluminium prices and disciplined cost management. The company anticipates a residential market rebound in the second half of 2025 amid ongoing industrial softness.

QuickFee Limited posted a 25% increase in revenue to A$25.3 million for FY25, driven by strong growth in both Australia and the US, alongside a positive underlying EBTDA of A$2.4 million before a one-off credit loss provision.

Vault Minerals reports a robust FY25 with A$1.43 billion revenue and a net profit of A$237 million, driven by full-year integration of Silver Lake Resources and operational advances. The company outlines a strategic two-stage expansion at King of the Hills and maintains a strong cash position post debt repayment.

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare has issued strong first half FY26 guidance, forecasting significant revenue and profit growth while navigating new US tariffs. Meanwhile, director Pip Greenwood announces her retirement after eight years on the board.