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Ironbark Balanced Income Limited reported a solid half-year profit increase of 14.6%, driven by strong portfolio returns and a strategic shift to quarterly dividends. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1.3 cents per share payable in March 2026.

Pharmx Technologies reported a 3.1% revenue increase to $3.89 million for H1 FY26 but posted a net loss of $512,000 driven by strategic investments. The company also announced a significant multi-year alliance with Sigma Healthcare.

Kali Metals has acquired SQM Australia’s 30% stake in the DOM’s Hill and Pear Creek projects, consolidating its Pilbara portfolio and setting the stage for renewed gold and base metals exploration.

Imricor Medical Systems saw a sharp 69.5% decline in revenue for 2025, driven by clinical trial impacts, yet narrowed its net loss to $25.3 million as it secured FDA clearance for key products post-year-end.

Meridian Energy has reported a robust turnaround with a NZD 227 million net profit after tax for the first half of 2026, driven by record wind generation and strong hydro inflows. The company also raised its interim dividend and advanced multiple renewable projects.

Prescient Therapeutics reported a 62.8% increase in half-year losses to nearly $4 million, driven by intensified clinical development of its PTX-100 cancer therapy. The company bolstered its balance sheet with a $9.85 million capital raise while securing key regulatory milestones in Europe and the US.

Wagners Holding Company Limited has reported a robust half-year result for December 2025, with revenue climbing to $251.7 million and net profit after tax soaring 70% to $21 million. Improved margins and operational efficiencies across key segments underpin the strong performance.

Foresta Group Holdings reported a 12% increase in its half-year loss to nearly $2 million as it progresses its pioneering wood pellet and pine chemicals project in New Zealand, securing key lease agreements and finalising a $2.4 million insurance settlement.

K&S Corporation’s half-year results reveal a notable decline in revenue and net profit, accompanied by a reduced interim dividend, signaling challenges ahead for the logistics firm.

Eastern Gas Corporation Limited is set to raise $5.5 million through an IPO to fund drilling and flow testing at its Queensland gas exploration permits, aiming to prove commercial viability in the Surat and Cooper Basins.

TrivarX Limited reported a $1.26 million half-year loss as it completed the acquisition of Stabl-Im brain imaging IP and validated its mental health screening technology in veterans. The company raised $4.2 million to fund clinical development and expand its diagnostic portfolio.

QEM Limited confirms a $1.442 million capital raising via placement, addressing ASX queries on disclosure timing and compliance. The company clarifies board approvals and trading halt details, reinforcing its adherence to continuous disclosure obligations.