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Turners Automotive Group has unveiled an ambitious roadmap aiming for $100 million net profit before tax by FY31, driven by organic growth and strategic network expansion across its integrated used car platform.

Meridian Energy’s February 2026 report reveals below-average hydro inflows but robust water storage and growing retail customer base, highlighting resilience amid weather challenges and market fluctuations.

Endeavour Group reported a solid first half for fiscal 2026 with underlying EBIT of $563 million, supported by retail price leadership and strong hotel sales growth. The group raised capital expenditure guidance, reflecting accelerated hotel renewals and strategic investments.

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited reported a robust 6.9% rise in system sales revenue for 1H26, underpinned by strong Australian franchisee performance and overseas expansion. Profit before tax climbed 16.5%, boosted by property revaluations and disciplined cost management.

Star Combo Pharma reported a 23% decline in revenue to $11.9 million for the half year ended December 2025, driven by the loss of a major OEM contract and closure of its AustoYou retail business. Despite this, operating profit after tax rose 49% to $413,243, reflecting effective cost management.

Meridian Energy has reported a robust turnaround with a NZD 227 million net profit after tax for the first half of 2026, driven by record wind generation and strong hydro inflows. The company also raised its interim dividend and advanced multiple renewable projects.

thl reports an 11% rise in underlying NPAT for H1 FY26 and sets a bullish FY26 guidance, underpinned by strategic divestments and cost efficiencies.

Vicinity Centres reported a strong first half of FY26 with a statutory net profit of $805.6 million, strategic acquisitions including full ownership of Uptown Brisbane, and reaffirmed guidance for the full year.

Vicinity Centres reported a strong first half of FY26, boosting profits and advancing key retail and mixed-use developments, while maintaining a conservative balance sheet.

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.

Meridian Energy’s January 2026 report reveals robust hydro and wind generation amid record rainfall and soaring electricity demand, despite wholesale prices plunging to historic lows.

Noumi Limited reported a 13.4% revenue increase in Q2 FY26 driven by strong growth in its Dairy and Nutritionals and Plant-based Milks segments, despite a $4.5 million operating cash outflow impacted by legal expenses. The company’s Milklab brand continues to gain traction both domestically and internationally.