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Ashley Services Group has reported a robust first half for 2026, with significant growth in earnings and dividends, underpinned by strong labour hire and training divisions.

Eagers Automotive Limited has announced a fully franked final dividend of AUD 0.50 per share for the financial year ending December 2025, signalling steady returns for shareholders.

Lovisa Holdings Limited has announced a 50% franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.53 per share for the six months ending 28 December 2025, with payment scheduled for late March.

Beacon Lighting Group reported a 3.21% rise in revenue to $176 million for the half year ending December 2025, yet net profit fell by 6.01%. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 4.1 cents per share.

Vicinity Centres reports a robust FY26 interim profit of $805.6 million, driven by strong leasing and portfolio premiumisation, including the strategic acquisition of Uptown in Brisbane.

Baby Bunting has reported a robust first half FY26 performance, driven by strong sales growth and a record gross margin, while maintaining its full-year profit guidance amid ongoing store refurbishments.

JB Hi-Fi has reported a solid 7.3% increase in revenue and a 7.1% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, alongside a fully franked interim dividend of 210 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 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.

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.