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Judo Capital Holdings Limited has announced a quarterly distribution of AUD 1.825 per capital note, fully franked and payable on 18 May 2026. The payment reflects a calculated yield based on prevailing market rates and remains subject to company discretion.

BKI Investment Company has finalised its on-market share purchases to satisfy its Dividend Reinvestment Plan obligations, setting the DRP price at $1.74 ahead of the 2026 interim dividend payment.

Solvar Limited reported a 5.8% rise in net profit for the half year ending December 2025, driven by strategic asset sales and expanded funding facilities. The company declared both interim and special dividends, signalling confidence despite ongoing regulatory challenges.

Livium Ltd has turned a profit in the first half of FY26 despite lower revenues, supported by cost cuts and a new joint venture. The company also secured $4.5 million in fresh capital to expand its lithium-ion battery recycling and rare earth initiatives.

Schaffer Corporation’s first half FY26 profit fell sharply due to a Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack disrupting production, while its South Connect Jandakot property development breaks ground.

Hearts and Minds Investments Limited reported a dramatic 97% drop in half-year comprehensive income to $3 million, with a largely flat investment portfolio and a significant write-down of Corporate Travel Management shares. Despite this, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.5 cents per share.

Chrysos Corporation Limited reported a robust 1H FY26 with revenue up 49% and EBITDA soaring 152%, driven by expanding adoption of its PhotonAssay technology and strategic global deployments.

Starpharma reports a $1.37 million profit for H1 FY26, driven by a major upfront payment from Genentech and progress in its radiopharmaceutical pipeline. The biotech also expands its consumer health footprint amid growing partnerships.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported progress on its Chvaletice and Bécancour manganese projects, securing funding amendments and advancing permitting despite ongoing financial pressures. The company is positioned to benefit from growing demand for high-purity manganese in lithium-ion batteries amid evolving market dynamics.

Healius Limited reported solid half-year results for 1H26, with revenue growth driven by pathology and Agilex Biolabs, alongside significant progress in digital transformation and AI integration.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering reports a statutory loss of $12.8 million for H1 2025, impacted by WestConnex dispute costs, yet declares a fully franked interim dividend of 2.5 cents per share.

National Australia Bank kicked off FY26 with a robust first quarter, posting a 15% increase in cash earnings driven by stronger underlying profits and improved asset quality. The bank’s strategic push in business and home lending, alongside disciplined cost management, underpinned this solid performance.