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Lark Distilling Co. has reported a solid 10% increase in net sales revenue for the first half of FY26, driven by strong whisky sales and international expansion. The company is gearing up for a major global portfolio launch in the second half, backed by a refreshed brand and enhanced production capacity.

Butn Limited has reported its fifth consecutive half-year of revenue growth, underpinned by a $100 million senior debt facility and expanding platform originations. Despite a statutory loss, the company’s operational momentum and strategic initiatives signal robust growth prospects.

Argent BioPharma has completed its largest commercial shipment of CannEpil® to Ireland, marking a key milestone in its European expansion with a delivery valued at approximately AUD 783,000. The product is fully reimbursed under Ireland’s National Health Insurance scheme, enhancing patient access for refractory epilepsy treatment.

Adairs Limited reported a solid 5.9% increase in sales for the half year ended December 2025, driven by strong brand performances, especially Mocka. However, underlying EBIT declined 9.1% due to margin pressures and rising costs, while the company declared a fully franked interim dividend.

Kogan.com Ltd has delivered a robust half-year performance with strong revenue growth and margin expansion, while Mighty Ape embarks on a strategic reset aiming for profitability in the second half of FY26.

Lendlease Group reported a significant $318 million statutory loss for the half year ended December 2025, driven by impairments and lower transaction earnings. The company plans a $3 billion capital recycling program to reduce gearing and strengthen its balance sheet.

Pharmx Technologies has entered a multi-year strategic alliance with Sigma Healthcare, becoming the preferred EDI provider for Sigma and Chemist Warehouse across Australia and New Zealand, while Sigma takes a significant equity stake.

Cash Converters International Limited reported an 8% rise in half-year revenue to $206.7 million, driven by franchise acquisitions and a shift in lending strategy. Despite a 17% dip in net profit due to one-off costs, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend and reinstated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

thl reports an 11% rise in underlying NPAT for H1 FY26 and sets a bullish FY26 guidance, underpinned by strategic divestments and cost efficiencies.

Cash Converters International Limited has announced the recommencement of its Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) effective 20 February 2026, restoring shareholders’ ability to reinvest dividends into additional shares with favourable terms.

BSP Financial Group has reported a robust 12.9% increase in net profit for 2025, underpinned by strong revenue growth and strategic restructuring, including converting its Fiji branch into a wholly owned subsidiary.

Inghams Group reports flat revenue but a sharp 42% drop in EBITDA for the first half of FY26, revising full-year earnings guidance lower amid ongoing cost inflation and operational challenges.