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Perpetual Equity Investment Company Limited reported a robust net profit increase for the first half of 2026 and maintained its fully franked interim dividend, reinforcing its commitment to reliable shareholder income amid market uncertainties.

EVT Limited reported a robust first half for 2026 with revenue rising 5.4% to A$683.8 million and net profit up 21.6%, driven by strong performances in Germany, Thredbo, and Hotels. Strategic acquisitions, including Pro-invest Hotels and QT Auckland, underpin the group’s growth ambitions.

Lindsay Australia Limited reported a robust 24.9% increase in revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by its strategic acquisition of SRT Logistics and strong divisional performances. However, profit after tax declined 11.7%, reflecting competitive pricing and integration expenses.

Stanmore Resources Limited posted a net loss of US$47.2 million for 2025, impacted by a 21% revenue decline due to lower coal prices despite record production and cost efficiencies. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of US 8.9 cents per share.

Ampol Limited’s 2025 results reveal a sharp drop in statutory profit amid lower revenue, yet a robust rise in replacement cost operating profit signals resilience beneath the surface.

nib holdings limited reported a stable net profit of $82.9 million for the half year ended 31 December 2025, supported by 6% revenue growth and disciplined expense management. The Board declared a fully franked interim dividend of 13.0 cents per share.

Norfolk Metals has confirmed the US$250,000 option payment for the Carmen Copper Project in Chile and completed the environmental impact report, setting the stage for further exploration and eventual ownership consolidation.

Forrestania Resources has contracted Polaris Engineering to refurbish the critical crushing circuit at its Lake Johnston facility, marking a pivotal step towards gold production. The $5 million deal, payable in company shares, aligns with Forrestania’s strategic shift from developer to producer.

Cash Converters International Limited reported an 8% rise in half-year revenue to $206.7 million, driven by franchise acquisitions and a shift in lending strategy. Despite a 17% dip in net profit due to one-off costs, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend and reinstated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Novatti Group has been served a writ in Malaysia over disputed earn-out payments from its 2022 ATX acquisition, with a claim of approximately AUD 2.67 million. Despite the legal challenge, ATX’s financial performance remains on an upward trajectory.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia has announced the record and ex-dividend dates for a fully franked dividend on MFG ordinary shares and its linked CitiFirst Self-Funding Instalment MINI, with dividends directed to reduce outstanding loan amounts.

3D Energi Limited remains suspended from ASX trading after failing to provide a crucial update on its funding status and exploration permit implications, prolonging market uncertainty.