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Ovanti Limited has announced a complete global exit from the Buy Now Pay Later sector, ceasing all BNPL activities and shifting its focus to its established iSentric business in Southeast Asia, alongside significant cost reductions and imminent legal action against its former US BNPL CEO.

Dimerix has received a US$10 million upfront payment from Everest Medicines under a regional licensing deal for DMX-200 targeting FSGS in Greater China, South Korea and Southeast Asia. This deal marks Dimerix’s fifth commercial partnership for DMX-200, collectively worth up to A$1.9 billion in milestones and royalties.

Noumi Limited lifted FY26 revenue by 8.8% and adjusted operating EBITDA by 7.6%, driven by Dairy & Nutritionals' strong earnings and strategic investments in Plant-based Milks. The company faces refinancing uncertainty with $610 million convertible notes maturing in May 2027, prompting a proposed acquisition by majority shareholder Arrovest.

Bega Cheese Limited has delivered a robust FY2026 with a $54.8 million statutory profit, a 6.7% revenue increase, and a raised final dividend of 7.5 cents per share. The company is advancing its strategic growth plans focused on high-protein products, international expansion, and sustainability initiatives.

EBOS Group posted a solid FY26, growing revenue nearly 10% to $13.5 billion and underlying EBITDA 5% to $614 million, while completing a major distribution centre renewal program. The company maintains its final dividend and sets a confident growth outlook for FY27.

Adrad Holdings delivered a 15% rise in net profit after tax for FY26, driven by operational efficiency and growth in engineered heat transfer solutions, alongside a 15% dividend increase.

Macmahon Holdings delivered a tenth consecutive year of growth with revenue up 7.9% to $2.6 billion and net profit after tax soaring 36.8% to $101.1 million, underpinned by strong contract wins and operational discipline.

Vita Life Sciences delivered a robust first half in 2026 with revenue up 6.1% to A$48.3 million and net profit after tax rising 14.9% to A$5.54 million. The company declared a higher interim dividend, reflecting improved margins and regional market momentum.

BlueScope Steel posted a remarkable 857% jump in reported NPAT to $802 million for FY2026, underpinned by strong US spreads, cost discipline, and growth in value-added steel products. The company declared record dividends and advanced key decarbonisation projects, signaling a confident transition from investment to shareholder returns.

Ovanti Limited is raising up to A$2.293 million through a 1-for-1 entitlement offer priced at $0.002 per share, marking a significant capital boost at a notable discount to recent trading.

SportsHero Limited has inked a deal with Razer to offer over 1,000 gaming-related digital products via its HeroPlay platform, broadening its reach beyond mobile subscriptions into consoles and PCs across Southeast Asia.

Ovanti Limited is set to raise approximately $1 million through a 500 million share placement priced at $0.002 each, with part of the raise pending shareholder approval.