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Downer EDI Limited reported a nuanced half-year performance ending December 2025, showing a decline in headline revenue and profit but growth in underlying earnings and a higher interim dividend.

IPH Limited reported a solid half-year performance with revenue up 6.5% to $363.9 million and net profit rising 10.5% to $41.2 million, driven by strong gains in Canada and Asia despite a decline in Australia and New Zealand.

IGO Limited reports a marked improvement in its half-year results, narrowing losses and boosting cash flow amid operational challenges and strategic asset sales.

Wesfarmers has reported a 9.3% rise in net profit after tax to $1.6 billion for H1 2026, driven by robust performances in Bunnings, Kmart Group, and lithium operations. The company also announced a 7.4% increase in its interim dividend amid ongoing cost pressures and strategic AI partnerships.

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.

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.

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.

Sports Entertainment Group Limited reported a robust half-year ending December 2025, with revenues climbing 28% and underlying EBITDA soaring 78%, driven by strong media and complementary services growth. The company also finalised its Perth Wildcats divestment, boosting cash reserves.

SGH Ltd and Steel Dynamics have jointly submitted a best and final offer of A$32.35 per share to acquire BlueScope Steel, valuing the company at A$15 billion and representing a significant premium over recent trading prices.

Fletcher Building reports a stable half-year performance despite subdued markets, advancing its strategic pivot with the announced sale of its Construction division.

BHP Group Limited reported a robust half-year to December 2025, with copper overtaking iron ore as the top earnings contributor and a detailed technical assessment released for its promising Vicuña copper-gold project.

Native Mineral Resources has successfully poured 1,543 ounces of gold doré at its Blackjack Processing Plant, while progressing key operational and regulatory initiatives to optimise mining and processing activities.