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Quixxi has secured a four-year A$635,238 contract with a major Italian industrial group for its Clarity AI governance platform. The win strengthens the case for WhiteHawk’s proposed acquisition, but WhiteHawk will not benefit financially unless shareholders approve the deal and completion follows.

News Corp has reported record fiscal 2026 revenue of $9 billion, with Total Segment EBITDA exceeding $1.6 billion and free cash flow reaching $811 million. Dow Jones and digital real estate services led the performance, while the company returned $643 million through share buybacks.

Southern Cross Media Group has reshuffled its board leadership with Ryan Stokes stepping in as Non-Executive Chair as the company shifts focus to integration and performance following its merger with Seven West Media.

Salter Brothers Emerging Companies Limited (ASX:SB2) swung to a $7.9 million loss for FY26, driven by a $10.5 million investment write-down, while maintaining dividend payments and extending its share buy-back program.

The Star Entertainment Group narrowed its net loss to $307 million in FY26, boosted by refinancing, operational improvements, and a joint venture exit, while navigating ongoing regulatory scrutiny and remediation efforts.

Locality Planning Energy (ASX:LPE) reversed losses to post a $2.31 million statutory profit in FY2026, driven by strategic acquisitions, improved earnings, and a strengthened balance sheet.

WAM Active Limited delivered a historic 75.5% investment portfolio return in FY2026, driving net profit after tax up 355% to $33.8 million and declaring fully franked dividends totaling 9.4 cents per share.

WiseTech Global posted a record $1.4 billion in revenue for FY26, driven by the e2open acquisition and AI-led efficiencies, while underlying net profit rose 29%. The company outlines a confident FY27 growth outlook amid ongoing integration and innovation.

Endeavour Group’s FY26 results show modest sales growth but a sharp profit decline due to $372 million in significant item expenses, alongside a strategic reset and climate commitments.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (ASX:CQE) posted a robust FY26 result with a 13.1% rise in operating earnings per unit, driven by strategic acquisitions and disciplined capital recycling. The portfolio now boasts a $2.3 billion valuation, near-full occupancy, and extended lease terms, underpinning income resilience amid ongoing sector demand.

Super Retail Group reported a 3.2% revenue increase to $4.2 billion in FY26, but statutory net profit fell 7.2% to $206 million amid higher costs and project investments. A new five-year strategy aims to drive growth despite a challenging retail environment.

Barramundi Limited’s portfolio delivered a 2.2% gross return in July, outpacing the S&P/ASX200 hedged benchmark, driven by strong performances in healthcare and financials alongside strategic portfolio adjustments.