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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.

RLF AgTech has secured strategic distribution partnerships with two leading Indian agricultural groups, marking its commercial entry into one of the world’s largest crop nutrition markets. These agreements position RLF for rapid expansion in India’s vast and growing agricultural sector.

Wesfarmers has reported a 9.3% rise in net profit after tax to $1.6 billion for H1 2026, driven by robust performances in Bunnings, Kmart Group, and lithium operations. The company also announced a 7.4% increase in its interim dividend amid ongoing cost pressures and strategic AI partnerships.

Auckland International Airport reported a 6% rise in underlying profit for the first half of FY26, driven by passenger growth and key infrastructure projects. The airport also narrowed its full-year guidance while navigating global fleet capacity challenges.

Bell Financial Group delivered a robust 17.1% rise in net profit after tax to $36 million for 2025, driven by strong growth in its Platforms division and a rebound in market activity. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 6.5 cents per share, signalling confidence as it prepares to launch a new wealth management platform in 2026.

Adherium Limited has raised $6.7 million through a Placement and Institutional Entitlement Offer, positioning itself to expand its digital respiratory management solutions and advance value-based care contracts with US insurers.

Superloop has agreed to acquire Lightning Broadband for $165 million, significantly expanding its fibre footprint and accelerating its Smart Communities strategy across Australia.

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.

Vicinity Centres reported a strong first half of FY26 with a statutory net profit of $805.6 million, strategic acquisitions including full ownership of Uptown Brisbane, and reaffirmed guidance for the full year.

Magellan Financial Group reported a 27% drop in statutory net profit but maintained stable operating profit and increased earnings per share by 5%, supported by ongoing share buybacks. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend up 50%, reflecting confidence despite investment performance challenges.

The Lottery Corporation has reported a resilient half-year performance despite the lowest jackpot outcomes since its demerger, maintaining dividends and growing its digital footprint.