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Stealth Group Holdings has posted record preliminary FY26 results, driven by strong organic growth and the transformative acquisition of Hardware & Building Traders (HBT). The company remains on track for its ambitious FY28 sales and EBITDA margin targets.

Hydrix Limited has secured $5.22 million from its retail entitlement offer, leaving nearly $3 million in entitlements unsold, which will be offered separately under a shortfall offer managed by Peak Asset Management.

Spenda Limited has launched the retail component of its $8.545 million accelerated entitlement offer, aiming to recapitalise, reduce debt, and support product development. Eligible shareholders can subscribe for 7 new shares per existing share, with free attaching options exercisable until 2031.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT has recorded a $92 million gross valuation increase driven by net operating income growth, maintaining strong operational metrics and reaffirming its FY26 distribution and FFO guidance.

Contact Energy's May 2026 report reveals increased mass market electricity and gas sales alongside reduced generation costs and robust hydro storage levels. The company continues to invest heavily in renewable projects amid mixed wholesale price trends.

Frasers Group has initiated an unconditional on-market takeover bid for Accent Group at $0.65 per share, aiming to increase its stake beyond 22.9% amid concerns over Accent’s recent financial performance and strategic direction.

oOh!media has received revised indicative takeover proposals around $1.60 per share from multiple bidders but cautions shareholders as no binding deal is assured.

After 11 years at the helm, Vicinity Centres’ Chairman Trevor Gerber will step down at the 2026 AGM, with seasoned financial veteran Patrick Allaway set to take over, signalling continuity in the company’s premium retail strategy.

The GPT Wholesale Shopping Centre Fund is set to deepen its retail property exposure with a $1.2 billion acquisition of interests in two major super-regional shopping centres, Sunshine Plaza and Macarthur Square. This move leverages recent capital raises and underlines GPT's strategy to scale through partnerships.

After 11 years on the board, including seven as Chairman, Trevor Gerber will retire at Vicinity Centres’ 2026 AGM, with Patrick Allaway appointed Chairman-elect to succeed him.

icetana AI has scored its first commercial wins for Antara Core, an on-premise AI surveillance platform, with prepaid contracts worth $617,000 from Millennium Services Group. The deal also debuts its floor hazard detection technology in major Australian shopping centres.

Meridian Energy's May 2026 report reveals robust hydro storage reaching 125% of historical average by early June, despite a record dry month. Retail sales volumes jumped 7.8% year-on-year, while average generation prices plunged over 60%.