Latest Profitability News

Heartland Group Holdings Limited reports a robust turnaround in first-half 2026 net profit, driven by margin expansion, asset quality improvements, and strong Reverse Mortgage growth in New Zealand and Australia. The group also advances significant technology investments and benefits from eased Reserve Bank capital requirements.

Sky Network Television posts a robust first half FY26 with 8% revenue growth and a 77% rise in underlying net profit, driven by the strategic acquisition and integration of Discovery NZ, now Sky Free.

Air New Zealand reported a $40 million net loss for the first half of FY2026, citing global engine maintenance delays and escalating aviation costs. The airline is undertaking a strategic review to restore profitability and prepare for fleet expansion.

Bentley Capital Limited has reversed its previous losses to report a $779,000 profit for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by strong gains in its Strike Resources shareholding and a legal settlement with Keybridge Capital.

ZMM has reported a remarkable 253% increase in revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, yet still recorded a net loss of $1.078 million amid concerns over its financial sustainability.

Yancoal Australia delivered record coal production in 2025, boosting volumes by 7% even as revenue fell 13% due to lower coal prices. The company maintained a strong EBITDA margin and declared a fully franked final dividend, signalling confidence amid challenging market conditions.

CTI Logistics has reported a robust half-year performance with revenue climbing 7.6% and profit before tax soaring 64.2%, underpinned by operational efficiencies and strategic investments in Western Australia.

Kip McGrath Education Centres Limited reported a 15.4% rise in profit after tax for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by pricing and operational efficiencies despite a 5% drop in lesson volumes. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend and completed a share buyback amid leadership changes.

Australian Unity Limited reported increased revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, but earnings declined sharply due to inflationary pressures and ongoing transformation investments. The company also completed a leadership transition and strengthened its balance sheet.

Harris Technology Group Limited reported an 18.9% increase in half-year revenue to $8.3 million, turning a modest profit after a prior loss, while flagging ongoing financial uncertainties linked to upcoming debt repayments.

First Graphene Limited reported a strong 53% revenue increase driven by new industrial applications, yet posted a $3.35 million net loss influenced by non-cash finance costs. The company’s recent $3.5 million capital raise positions it to focus on commercial expansion without further funding.

Nido Education Limited reported a 3.8% increase in revenue to $169.9 million for 2025, while earnings and net profit declined. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 2.2 cents per share, underscoring its commitment to shareholder returns despite challenging market conditions.