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Sims Limited reported a robust fiscal 2026 half-year underlying profit, boosted by strong performances in its Lifecycle Services and North American metal operations. Despite statutory losses from derivative impacts, the company declared a healthy interim dividend and outlined strategic investments for future growth.

Bellevue Gold Limited has approved a $35-40 million paste plant to boost gold recovery by around 7%, while fully pre-delivering its June 2026 gold hedges, strengthening its financial position for growth and exploration.

Acumentis Group Limited reported a robust 54% increase in profit before tax for the half year ended December 2025, driven by a strategic focus on higher-margin services and targeted acquisitions. The company’s diversification strategy and recent investments position it well for resilient growth despite stable revenue.

New Hope Corporation reported a 4.8% rise in coal production and an 8.2% increase in sales for the January quarter, maintaining steady earnings and reducing capital expenditure guidance amid improving logistics and operational resilience.

Audinate has reported a 12% increase in revenue for the first half of FY26, driven by strong bookings and a surge in adaptor product sales. The company also launched its cloud-first Iris video production platform, signalling a strategic push into software-driven AV solutions.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported robust half-year results, driven by digital deposit growth and a strategic acquisition of RACQ Bank’s loan and deposit books. The bank also outlined a comprehensive plan to address AML/CTF compliance issues.

Contact Energy has announced a $525 million equity raise to accelerate its renewable energy projects, following a strong first half of FY26 with significant profit growth and strategic acquisitions.

Explorers led the Materials tape as fresh drill stories and new ground deals pulled buyers into small caps. Big miners still delivered, but the loudest moves came from companies offering investors a near-term catalyst.

Takeover chatter lit up Pepper Money, while Identitii ran hard after a regulator stepped in. At the other end, AMP slid despite higher profit, as investors weighed leadership change and legal costs.

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.

Touch Ventures Limited reported a $4.6 million net loss for 2025, driven by investment impairments and foreign exchange impacts, while appointing Gannet Capital as its new investment manager to revamp its portfolio strategy.

BrainChip has launched its AKD2500 silicon development project, advancing its Akida™ 2.0 neuromorphic AI platform with a $2.5 million investment and prototype expected by Q3 2026.