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One microcap exploded higher on a tiny capital raise, while several software names were sold hard despite reporting growth. The week split cleanly between “cash in the bank” stories and “still burning cash” worries.

Saferoads Holdings Limited has reported a return to profitability with a $504k half-year net profit, driven by strong product sales following the sale of its Road Safety Rentals business. The company also announced a fully franked interim dividend of 0.5 cents per share.

Acusensus Limited reported a robust 40% increase in revenue to $40.3 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by new contracts and international growth. However, the company recorded a substantial $20.8 million loss, largely due to a $16 million litigation settlement and strategic investments in future growth.

Big moves came from disclosure drama, CEO change news, and one standout software upgrade. While several stocks jumped on results, a few gaps couldn’t hold as traders sold into early strength.

Acusensus Limited has expanded its multi-function enforcement contract with the Western Australian Road Safety Commission, doubling its trailer-based units and extending the contract through to 2028.

A volatile week for ASX tech saw a steep sell-off in freight software, while defence AI and RegTech contract wins pulled buyers back into smaller names. Big corporate actions kept attention on what’s real: signed deals, cash timelines, and who pays whom, and when.

Acusensus Limited has settled its patent litigation with Redflex Traffic Systems, issuing over six million shares and paying US$6 million in cash to resolve the dispute. The agreement clears the way for Acusensus to continue its road safety technology operations unimpeded.

NRW Holdings has landed three major contracts worth approximately $270 million, reinforcing its footprint in mining and infrastructure projects across Western Australia. These wins highlight NRW’s expanding role in critical regional developments set to unfold over the next two years.

Acusensus Limited has announced a $30 million equity placement to bolster its balance sheet, alongside winning a landmark $34 million contract in Connecticut, marking a significant step in its US expansion. The company also reported multiple contract expansions in Australia and a new debt facility to support its growth ambitions.

Acusensus Limited has successfully raised $30 million through a placement of 20 million shares at $1.50 each, supported by both existing and new investors. The capital injection aims to fuel business development, product innovation, and operational expansion.

Saferoads Holdings has divested its Road Safety Rentals business for $10.8 million, repaid debt, and is now focusing on rebuilding its core product sales with new hires and product innovation.

Acusensus Limited has raised its FY26 revenue guidance to $83-$87 million, driven by significant new contracts in the US and New Zealand and expansions in Australia. This upgrade signals strong momentum in the company’s AI-powered road safety enforcement business.