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Baby Bunting Group unveils its ambitious ‘Store of the Future’ strategy, targeting a return to double-digit EBITDA margins through store refurbishments, new small format pilots, and enhanced omni-channel capabilities. The company sets FY25 NPAT guidance between $10 million and $12.5 million, underpinned by a 40% gross margin target.

Baby Bunting reports a 2.9% year-to-date comparable store sales growth and opens an innovative new store format in Melbourne, raising its FY25 NPAT guidance amid strong early results.

Woolworths Group reported a 3.2% rise in total sales to $17.3 billion for Q3 FY2025, driven by strong growth in Australian Food, B2B, and New Zealand segments, alongside a 15.7% surge in eCommerce. However, BIG W’s sales decline and profit outlook challenges temper the overall performance.

Mighty Kingdom Limited reports a positive operating cash inflow and significant cost reductions in Q3 FY25, alongside leadership changes and a $3.35 million capital raise underway to fuel growth.

NEXION Group Ltd reported a 5.45% revenue increase to $1.16 million for Q1 2025, driven by new satellite communication projects in Western Australia's iron ore sector and a strategic reduction in operating costs.

Nutritional Growth Solutions reported a 24.7% revenue decline in Q1 FY25 but bolstered its financial position with a $1 million AUD convertible note placement, while preparing for major retail launches at CVS and Walmart.

Clime Investment Management has been appointed lead manager for a significant US public offer fund by Sphinx Investments, with initial allocations of $183 million AUD pending SEC approval. The move marks a strategic expansion into the US market, complemented by new wholesale offerings and a partnership with a Dallas-based equities manager.

RocketBoots Limited advanced multiple international trials of its AI-powered loss prevention software and secured a $4 million capital raise, positioning itself for accelerated global expansion.

Noumi Limited reported a 2.8% revenue increase to $141.4 million in Q3 FY25, buoyed by gains in its Dairy and Nutritionals segment, while managing legacy legal costs and maintaining strong cash flow.

Terragen Holdings has launched its new probiotic products for ruminants, initiated multiple key trials including methane mitigation and crop yield studies, and secured a US patent allowance, positioning itself for global market expansion.

Skin Elements Limited advances its natural biotechnology products with ECO-Nurture trials concluding and SuprCuvr disinfectant gaining traction, supported by a successful $656k capital raise.

UNITH Ltd reports a 9.3% rise in Q3 FY25 cash receipts driven by its B2C subscription surge and a landmark pharmaceutical contract, alongside strategic platform upgrades and leadership changes.