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Metcash Limited posted a modest rise in FY26 revenue and EBITDA, driven by strong Food segment growth and strategic acquisitions, while facing pressure in Hardware margins and suspending its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Retail Food Group (ASX:RFG) reports accelerated cost rationalisation lifting FY26 savings estimates, yet trims EBITDA guidance amid softening sales and tough retail conditions. The first Firehouse Subs restaurant launch remains on track for June 2026.

WAM Income Maximiser (ASX: WMX) has outpaced its benchmark with an 18.1% portfolio increase and exceeded its dividend target by delivering a 7.0% fully franked yield in its first year since April 2025.

Plenti Group Limited (ASX:PLT) has smashed its $3 billion loan portfolio target two months ahead of schedule, delivering a 117% surge in cash profit before tax to $30.8 million for FY26. The fintech lender’s growth was fuelled by record loan originations, robust credit performance, and strategic technology investments.

Contact Energy's April 2026 report shows rising electricity and gas sales, improved margins, and lower generation costs, supported by strong hydro storage and ongoing renewable projects.

Merino & Co. reported Q3 FY26 revenue of A$441,558 with new domestic and China purchase orders supporting its growth strategy, while cash reserves fell to A$654,282 due to investments in production and marketing.

Ampol reported a robust first quarter in 2026, with refinery margins soaring to US$25.45 per barrel and production up 10%, while securing fuel supplies through May despite geopolitical tensions.

Australian Ethical’s funds under management slid 3.7% to $13.57 billion in Q3 2026 amid market volatility, but the firm bolstered growth with a new $125 million private markets fund backed by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation and solid middle market client wins.

RLF AgTech has raised $4.5 million through an institutional placement to accelerate its commercial rollout and meet rising demand amid global fertiliser shortages.

RLF AgTech has appointed Stuart Upton as CEO, marking a strategic shift towards disciplined execution and commercial scaling of its crop nutrition and carbon platforms. Former Acting Managing Director Gavin Ball returns to Executive Director to focus on international expansion.

The Calmer Co has posted a record $2.01 million in sales for Q2 FY26, propelled by a 9% increase in US revenue which now accounts for over half of the group’s total income. Strong retail and wholesale growth underpin the company’s expanding footprint in the natural relaxation market.

Contact Energy's December 2025 report reveals stronger mass market sales and wholesale contracts alongside increased generation costs and ongoing renewable project developments.