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Babylon Pump & Power Limited reported a 22% revenue decline for the half year ending December 31, 2024, yet achieved a 64% surge in profit after tax, driven by operational efficiencies and strategic contract wins.

SEEK Limited reported robust half-year results for FY2025, with gains in placement share and yield offsetting volume declines, alongside a significant rise in free cash flow and an increased interim dividend.

Ramelius Resources will release its half-year financial results for FY25 on 21 February, accompanied by a detailed investor conference call.

Big River Industries reported a 3.3% revenue decline and a 26% drop in EBITDA for 1H FY25, reflecting ongoing residential market challenges. Despite this, the company is investing in growth and operational efficiencies, maintaining a cautiously optimistic outlook for FY26 and beyond.

HUB24 has delivered a robust half-year performance for 1HFY25, marked by significant revenue growth, record net inflows, and expanding adviser engagement, reinforcing its leadership in Australia’s wealth management technology sector.

Big River Industries reports a 3.3% revenue decline in 1H FY25 but shows signs of operational resilience and strategic progress amid challenging market conditions.

Baby Bunting Group Limited reported a 2.4% increase in revenue to $254.4 million for the half-year ended December 2024, alongside a 45.3% surge in net profit after tax. The company expanded its footprint with two new stores and improved gross margins, signaling operational momentum despite withholding an interim dividend.

Deterra Royalties Limited reported a solid half-year profit of $63.9 million despite iron ore price pressures, supported by strong production volumes and gold offtake performance. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.0 cents per share and maintains robust liquidity for strategic investments.

HiTech Group has reported a robust first half for FY2025, with net profit before tax up 14% and EBITDA rising 8%, underpinned by strong demand for ICT talent and services. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 5 cents per share, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Variscan Mines reports strong progress in its maiden underground drilling at the Udias Mine, with assay results expected soon, while advancing critical studies for a mine restart at its Novales-Udias Project.

PYC Therapeutics has launched a A$145.8 million pro-rata accelerated non-renounceable entitlement offer to fund late-stage clinical trials across its pipeline targeting rare diseases with high unmet needs. The capital raise aims to extend the company’s cash runway beyond FY27, supporting four drug candidates through critical human safety and efficacy milestones.

Bass Oil Limited reported a 2.9% increase in total sales revenue for January 2025, driven by steady daily production and notable gains in both the Cooper Basin and Indonesian operations. The company is advancing gas appraisal efforts that could unlock significant new resources.