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Lode Resources has uncovered fresh silver-zinc and silver-antimony mineralisation at its Montezuma project in Tasmania, broadening the scope of its high-grade resource. Drilling continues to probe the scale and continuity of these promising discoveries.

Goodman Group delivered a robust FY2026 result, with statutory profit soaring 66.7% to $2.78 billion and operating profit rising 15.7%. The industrial and logistics property giant maintained steady dividends amid portfolio expansion and increased gearing.

BWP Property Group posted a 54% jump in statutory net profit for FY26, driven by management internalisation, lease resets with Bunnings, and strategic acquisitions. Distributions rose 4.1%, with Moody’s upgrading the credit rating to A3 stable.

WAM Leaders Limited (ASX:WLE) delivered a stellar FY2026 with net profit after tax soaring 153.5% to AUD 161.8 million, driven by a 14% investment portfolio gain that outpaced the ASX 200 by 7.9%. The company declared a fully franked full year dividend of 9.6 cents per share, maintaining a strong yield amid ongoing capital raising.

Regal Partners Global Investments (ASX:RG1) reversed last year's losses with a $141.6 million net profit, driven by strong returns in semiconductors, gold, and European banks. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 5.0 cents per share and continued its on-market share buy-back program.

Region Group (ASX: RGN) delivered solid FY26 results with a 3.2% increase in Funds From Operations per security, a 9.8% total security holder return, and a leadership change as Greg Chubb took the helm as CEO.

Regal Asian Investments (ASX:RG8) posted a stellar FY26 with a net profit after tax of $124.8 million, driven by a 52.6% net portfolio return and a 10 cent fully franked final dividend, reflecting strong exposure to Asian semiconductors amid the AI boom.

Strike Energy has boosted its 2P gas reserves at the Walyering field to 16.4 PJ, incorporating maiden reserves from the newly discovered Walyering West. The company is advancing development plans with a final investment decision expected in Q4 2026.

Barramundi Limited’s portfolio delivered a 2.2% gross return in July, outpacing the S&P/ASX200 hedged benchmark, driven by strong performances in healthcare and financials alongside strategic portfolio adjustments.

Kincora Copper has accelerated exploration activities across its Australian portfolio, including partner-funded drilling with AngloGold Ashanti and sole-funded programs at Condobolin, while divesting its Mongolian assets for US$10 million to sharpen focus and strengthen its balance sheet.

The WCM Quality Global Growth Fund posted a -5.20% return in July 2026, underperforming its MSCI benchmark as semiconductor stocks faltered. Despite short-term setbacks, the fund maintains strong long-term outperformance and is increasing exposure to AI-related companies.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT reported a 128% surge in statutory profit to $275.9 million for FY26, supported by a $150.7 million property revaluation gain and a $248 million net acquisition spree. The REIT also completed a $2 billion debt refinancing, extending maturities and cutting margins.