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The week was split between big earnings reactions and small-cap rocks-and-rigs rallies. Pro Medicus sank despite record numbers, while a handful of explorers jumped on fresh discoveries and policy wins.

Explorers led the Materials tape as fresh drill stories and new ground deals pulled buyers into small caps. Big miners still delivered, but the loudest moves came from companies offering investors a near-term catalyst.

Healthcare stocks split into two stories this week: big names sold off hard, while a few small caps ran on clear news. The biggest moves came from a sharp fall in Pro Medicus and Cochlear, while Noxopharm jumped after a top-tier journal publication.

Meridian Energy's January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation fueled by above-average water and snow storage, alongside rising retail sales, despite wholesale electricity prices plummeting to historic lows.

Dusk Group Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with total sales rising 5.1% to $91.8 million, underpinned by product innovation and a successful AfterGlow store format trial. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend of 4.0 cents per share.

Nick Scali Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.39 per share for the six months ending 31 December 2025, signalling steady returns for shareholders.

dusk Group Limited reported a 5.1% rise in half-year sales to $91.8 million, driven by strong online growth and product innovation, while declaring a fully franked interim dividend of 4.0 cents per share.

Nick Scali Limited reported a robust 29% rise in net profit after tax for the first half of FY26, driven by strong growth in its ANZ operations despite ongoing UK store refurbishments and rebranding efforts.

Dusk Group Limited has reported a solid 5.2% increase in net profit for the half year ended December 2025, alongside a 5.1% rise in revenue. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend doubling the prior payout, signalling confidence in its retail operations.

Nick Scali Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with a 36% rise in net profit, driven by strong sales growth and margin improvements in Australia and New Zealand, while UK operations show signs of recovery following extensive store refurbishments.

Nick Scali Limited posted a robust half-year result with revenue up 7.2% and net profit soaring 36.4%, driven by strong ANZ growth despite ongoing UK losses. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 39 cents per share.

BWP Group has reported a robust 41.2% increase in statutory profit for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside a 4.1% rise in interim distributions and a growing portfolio valued at $3.9 billion.