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Dexus has announced a new on-market buyback of up to 10% of its securities, aiming to address the disconnect between its market valuation and underlying asset values while maintaining capital discipline.

Vicinity Centres reported a strong first half of FY26, boosting profits and advancing key retail and mixed-use developments, while maintaining a conservative balance sheet.

Step One Clothing reports a sharp revenue decline and a significant inventory write-down, posting a net loss in the first half of 2026. The company signals a strategic reset to regain momentum.

Step One Clothing Limited reported a sharp turnaround to a $8.468 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by a 24.5% revenue decline and inventory challenges. The company suspended dividends, citing the need to restore retained earnings.

SHAPE Australia Corporation Limited has reported a robust first half of FY26, with significant gains in revenue, profits, and project pipeline, underpinned by strategic sector diversification and a key acquisition.

SHAPE Australia Corporation Limited reported a robust half-year performance with a 48.5% rise in net profit and declared a fully franked 14 cent interim dividend, underpinned by strategic acquisition and operational discipline.

National Australia Bank kicked off FY26 with a robust first quarter, posting a 15% increase in cash earnings driven by stronger underlying profits and improved asset quality. The bank’s strategic push in business and home lending, alongside disciplined cost management, underpinned this solid performance.

Cycliq Group Limited reported a 27% revenue decline for the half-year ending December 2025 but managed to return to profitability amid strategic platform upgrades and steady customer engagement.

Aumake Limited has secured a four-year exclusive global distribution agreement with EZZ Life Sciences, targeting $10 million in sales and expanding its footprint in high-margin nutraceuticals.

Contact Energy has successfully completed a NZ$450 million placement as part of a NZ$525 million equity raise, supported by both existing and new international investors. The company now opens a NZ$75 million retail offer to eligible shareholders, marking a significant capital expansion.

29Metals has successfully completed the retail portion of its entitlement offer, raising $31 million and finalising a $150 million capital injection to support its growth ambitions.

Baby Bunting has reported record half-year sales and margin growth for 1H FY26, underpinned by its Store of the Future refurbishments and strategic expansions. The company maintains its full-year profit guidance while unveiling a new exclusive partnership with premium brand Stokke.