Latest Regional Performance News

Mainfreight Limited’s 2026 Annual Report reveals a 2.8% rise in revenue to NZ$5.38 billion, while profit before tax slipped 8.5% to NZ$351 million. The integrated logistics group is investing heavily in property and technology, advancing sustainability despite regional profit challenges.

Big River Industries expects FY26 EBITDA growth around 8% despite Q4 revenue softness and forecasts double-digit growth for FY27, while initiating a strategic options review.

Mainfreight reported a 2.8% revenue increase to NZ$5.38 billion for FY26, but profit before tax declined 8.5% to NZ$350.9 million, weighed down by higher overheads and regional challenges. The company declared a steady final dividend and outlined ongoing network expansion plans.

EROAD reported flat group revenue of NZD 195.2 million for FY26, driven by strong Australian growth and steady New Zealand performance, offset by a North American decline and a hefty goodwill impairment.

Orica Limited posted its strongest half-year EBIT in over 20 years at $512 million, driven by premium product demand and strategic acquisitions including Nelson Brothers. The company also initiated a $100 million cost reduction program and declared a 28.5 cent interim dividend.

Northern Star Resources strengthened its cash flow and maintained FY26 production guidance above 1.5 million ounces despite cost inflation and operational challenges. The KCGM Mill Expansion remains on track for early FY27 commissioning, underpinning confidence reflected in a $500 million share buy-back announcement.

AMP Limited's first quarter of 2026 saw Platforms net cashflows jump 45% to $1.1 billion, alongside improved outflows in Superannuation & Investments and a $150 million share buyback commencement. The bank's GO deposits also surged, signaling momentum despite market headwinds.

Frontier Digital Ventures reported a sharp 18% revenue decline in FY2025 due to shedding low-margin businesses, yet achieved a remarkable 205% jump in EBITDA, signalling a successful pivot to core classifieds in emerging markets.

Bubs Australia has delivered a robust first half for FY26, powered by a 48% revenue surge in the US, prompting an upgrade to its full-year earnings guidance.

PointsBet Holdings Limited reports a 4% revenue increase in H1 FY26 following MIXI’s acquisition of a controlling stake, with contrasting performances in Australia and Canada shaping the group’s outlook.

Ramsay Health Care’s half-year results reveal a dramatic net profit rebound, driven by prior year impairments and solid growth in Australia and Europe. The company also announced a strategic acquisition and a proposed share distribution.

Corporate Travel Management reports a resilient first half of FY26 with strong client retention and progress on UK remediation, targeting audited FY25 results and ASX reinstatement by mid-2026.