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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.

Temple & Webster has reported a robust 20% increase in half-year revenue to $376 million, expanding its market share and launching successfully into New Zealand. EBITDA remains within guidance despite new market investments.

Temple & Webster reported a 20% revenue increase to $375.9 million for H1 FY26, driven by record active customers and exclusive product growth. However, profit before tax fell 25% to $9.4 million, impacted by investments in New Zealand and higher marketing spend.

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.