Latest Profitability News

FleetPartners has wrapped up its Accelerate transformation, boosting operational efficiency and asset growth, even as net profit after tax excluding amortisation dipped 7% in 1H25. The group announced a $25.3 million share buy-back and a new Chief Strategy Officer to spearhead growth.

FleetPartners Group Limited reported a 2.6% revenue increase to $377 million for the half-year ended March 2025, while net profit after tax declined 5.3% to $34.5 million, reflecting operational headwinds from a major system upgrade.

FBR Limited has completed the final tranche of its $6.3 million placement, enabling significant cost reductions and operational consolidation that position the company for a more sustainable future.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% increase in net profit to A$3.7 billion for FY25, driven by strong asset management and banking results despite a dip in commodities. The group also extended its $2 billion share buyback and declared a solid final dividend.

QBE Insurance Group reported a robust 31% increase in net profit for 2024, declaring its highest dividend in years and outlining a confident outlook for 2025 amid ongoing global risks.

News Corporation reported a modest 1% revenue increase to $2.01 billion and a striking 67% jump in net income for Q3 Fiscal 2025, driven by digital subscription growth and strategic asset realignment including the Foxtel sale.

AVITA Medical reported a strong first quarter with revenues up 67% to $18.5 million, driven by expanded commercial sales and new product introductions. Despite a narrower net loss, the company faces ongoing challenges from revenue covenants and macroeconomic pressures.

AVITA Medical reported a robust 67% increase in first quarter 2025 revenue, driven by new product launches and a strategic commercial overhaul, while reaffirming its full-year growth and profitability targets.

Civmec Limited has reported a robust Q3 FY25 with a $285 million boost to its order book, now exceeding $760 million, while positioning itself for significant naval shipbuilding opportunities through strategic acquisitions and government-backed projects.

Civmec Limited reported a steady Q3 FY25 with revenue of A$158.5 million and a strengthened order book now exceeding A$760 million, positioning the company for future growth despite near-term project delays.

Macquarie Bank Limited reported an 18% rise in net profit for FY2025, driven by growth in its retail banking segment despite margin pressures, while its commodities business faced subdued markets. The bank maintained strong capital ratios and advanced its risk and technology frameworks amid regulatory scrutiny.

Macquarie Group Limited reported a 5% increase in net profit to A$3.715 billion for FY2025, driven by growth in asset management and banking segments alongside a robust capital and liquidity position.