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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 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.

BWP Group has reported a 3% rise in revenue to $103.6 million for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by rental growth and strategic acquisitions. The internalisation of management has reduced fees and positioned the group for future growth.

Temple & Webster Group Limited reported a robust 20% revenue increase to $376 million in the first half of FY26, maintaining momentum towards its $1 billion revenue target by FY28. The company’s strategic investments in AI, exclusive products, and new markets like New Zealand underpin its expanding market presence.

CAR Group Limited has announced a fully paid ordinary dividend of AUD 0.425 per share for the six months ending December 2025, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) with no discount.

Briscoe Group Limited has reported record sales for both the fourth quarter and full-year 2026, alongside improved gross margins and a growing online presence.

SenSen Networks has reported record cash receipts for the first half of FY26, driven by strong sales momentum in North America and Australia, alongside innovative product deployments.

Michael Hill International reports a solid first half for FY26, with EBIT growth of 12-24% and a positive net cash position, driven by improved sales and operational discipline.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has advanced its review of Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a more detailed Phase 2 assessment, signalling potential competition concerns. Ampol remains optimistic about completing the deal by mid-2026 despite the regulatory scrutiny.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing significant competition concerns in multiple Australian fuel markets. Ampol’s proposed divestments have so far failed to satisfy the regulator.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing concerns that the deal could significantly reduce competition in key Australian fuel markets.

Firebrick Pharma has introduced its Nasodine Throat Spray in Singapore, marking its first international product launch and setting the stage for further global rollouts in 2026.