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Summerset Group Holdings Limited reported a 34% increase in new occupation right sales in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, alongside a 19% rise in resales. Despite rising fuel prices linked to geopolitical tensions, the company maintains a strong sales pipeline and cost management strategies.

Summerset Group Holdings delivered a record underlying profit of NZ$234.2 million in FY25, driven by strong sales and portfolio growth, while advancing its Australian village developments. Despite a dip in IFRS net profit due to portfolio revaluations, the company maintains a positive outlook with high resident satisfaction and sustainability milestones.

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.

Ryman Healthcare has unveiled a refreshed strategy focused on growing recurring earnings and optimising its portfolio, targeting a $150 million sustainable cash flow improvement and $500 million cash release by FY29. The company plans to resume dividends from FY28, underpinned by a resilient balance sheet and disciplined capital management.

Summerset Group Holdings delivered a robust FY25 performance, achieving a 26% increase in total settlements driven by strong new sales and strategic expansion in Australia.

GemLife has secured a $21 million greenfield site in Townsville, Queensland, aiming to develop over 500 new homes and boost its Land Lease Community portfolio.

Excite Technology Services Limited reported a remarkable 370% revenue increase to $13.54 million for H1 FY2026, driven by strong growth across its cybersecurity, digital forensics, and IT managed services divisions. However, losses widened 43% to $2.51 million, reflecting restructuring and scaling costs, while the company secured $2.1 million in convertible notes to support its growth ambitions.

Swift Networks reports solid FY25 results with $17.7 million revenue and launches its next-generation Swift TV platform, backed by a recent $1.6 million capital raise and pre-orders across key sectors.

Ryman Healthcare reports a significant financial turnaround with its first positive free cash flow in over ten years, alongside upgraded sales and cost-saving targets for FY26 and completion of a major NZD 2 billion refinancing.

Ryman Healthcare has reported its first positive free cash flow in over a decade, driven by cost reductions and stronger sales momentum, while upgrading its sales guidance for FY26.

Ryman Healthcare has completed a full refinancing of its $2 billion syndicated loan facilities, extending the average maturity to five years and enhancing funding flexibility. The move aligns with the company’s disciplined growth strategy and sets the stage for future capital management decisions.

Oceania Healthcare reports a robust interim result for the six months to September 2025, with significant earnings growth, improved sales, and a reduction in debt gearing. The company’s strategic focus on cost control, capital management, and sustainable care delivery underpins its positive outlook despite housing market headwinds.