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Region Group has reported a remarkable turnaround with an $81.8 million net profit for the half year ended December 2024, reversing last year's loss while maintaining its interim distribution at 6.70 cents per security.

JB Hi-Fi Limited reported a robust half-year performance for the period ending December 31, 2024, with revenue up 9.9% and net profit rising 8.1%, underpinned by strong segment contributions and a strategic acquisition. The company declared a healthy interim dividend of 170 cents per share, signalling confidence in its financial position.

Nick Scali Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.30 per share for the six months ending December 2024, signaling steady shareholder returns.

Nick Scali Limited reported a robust 1H FY25 with revenue growth and profits exceeding guidance, despite ongoing UK market disruptions and restructuring costs.

Nick Scali Limited’s half-year results reveal a 30.2% decline in statutory profit, impacted by UK acquisition losses and restructuring costs, yet the company maintains shareholder returns with a fully franked interim dividend.

Briscoe Group Limited reported a modest 0.96% sales increase in the fourth quarter, nearly matching last year's record full-year sales despite a challenging retail environment. The company’s online sales mix grew to nearly 20%, signaling a strategic pivot as it prepares for a technology upgrade.

Mosaic Brands announces the closure of its remaining Rivers, Millers, and Noni B stores after failing to secure a sale, impacting over 1,500 employees and marking the end of its retail operations by April 2025.

InFocus Group Holdings has marked a pivotal quarter with a major $2.5 million contract in digital gaming and a corporate rebrand signaling its shift to enterprise software and analytics. The imminent Prodigy9 acquisition and capital raise position the company for accelerated growth.

Beonic's Q2 FY2025 results reveal steady recurring revenue growth and a significant gross margin improvement, underpinning its path to cashflow breakeven. Strategic contract wins and leadership appointments position the company for accelerated IoT adoption.

Entertainment Rewards Ltd has reported its strongest quarterly revenue performance in over three years, driven by growth in Gift Cards, Paid Advertising, and its Frequent Values program, while continuing to invest heavily in marketing and sales.

Sigma Healthcare has achieved unanimous shareholder approval for its proposed merger with Chemist Warehouse, marking a pivotal step toward reshaping Australia's pharmaceutical retail landscape. The merger now awaits final court approval, with implementation anticipated in mid-February 2025.

Accent Group Limited forecasts a solid $80 million EBIT for H1 FY25, driven by sales growth despite a challenging promotional environment squeezing margins. Strategic talks with Frasers Group signal potential long-term shifts.