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Westgold Resources maintained FY26 gold production guidance with 93,145oz in Q3, backed by a record A$7,080/oz gold price and a robust A$285M underlying cash build. The company approved a $145M expansion of its Higginsville processing hub to boost capacity and cut costs.

First Au Limited has boosted confidence in its Gimlet Gold Project by upgrading 62% of its resource to Indicated, while streamlining its focus on Western Australian gold through the acquisition of the Barlee Project and exiting offshore assets.

Lightning Minerals pivots to a gold-led Australian strategy, elevating its Mt Turner Project as the core value driver while shedding non-core lithium assets. The company aims to capitalise on strong initial drilling success and disciplined capital allocation amid evolving commodity cycles.

Michael Hill International’s 2026 Investor Day highlights sustained sales growth, a streamlined brand portfolio, and a disciplined return to dividends, underpinned by AI-driven retailing and a reset of the Bevilles brand.

Flight Centre Travel Group (ASX: FLT) has agreed to divest its 47% shareholding in Pedal Group to the Turner Collective for $61.7 million, aligning with its strategy to focus on core travel businesses. The sale requires shareholder approval and is expected to complete next month, with FLT anticipating a one-off accounting gain of approximately $15 million.

PPK Group Limited has reported a remarkable turnaround with a $10.5 million profit for H1 2026, driven by a significant non-cash gain from its Li-S Energy investment and strategic portfolio adjustments.

XReality Group has reported its strongest half-year performance yet, driven by rapid growth in its Operator XR business focused on immersive training solutions for defence and law enforcement.

Westgold Resources Limited delivered a standout half-year performance, posting record revenue and profit driven by soaring gold prices and increased production, while becoming debt free and streamlining its asset portfolio.

Iress Limited reported a 7.4% revenue decline to $556.3 million for FY25 but achieved a 21.5% rise in profit before tax, declaring a fully franked final dividend of 13 cents per share. The company sharpened its focus on core Wealth and Trading software businesses while advancing sustainability and AI innovation.

Catalina Resources has divested its Nelson Bay River iron ore project and secured a capital injection from Newcam Metals at a significant premium, bolstering its financial position for future exploration.

Beamtree Holdings Limited reported a 2% rise in total revenue and a reduced net loss in the first half of FY26, driven by a 10% increase in recurring revenue. The company is advancing AI-powered healthcare products and has initiated a strategic review to unlock shareholder value.

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