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Ariadne Australia Ltd reported a modest net profit of $2.8 million for the half-year ended December 2025, underpinned by strong growth in its Orams Group investment and key strategic assets despite foreign exchange headwinds.

Norwood Systems has arranged a $200,000 working capital facility from a shareholder-related lender, aiming to support near-term liquidity and growth initiatives.

Shaver Shop Group Limited posted solid first-half results for FY26, with record gross profit margins and steady profit growth underpinned by its private brand Transform-U. The specialty retailer continues to balance growth initiatives with a conservative financial position.

Australian Ethical Investment Limited has reported a robust half-year performance, with profits and funds under management hitting new highs, underpinned by strategic platform upgrades and sustained net inflows.

Iress Limited reported a 7.4% revenue decline to $556.3 million for FY25 but achieved a 21.5% rise in profit before tax, declaring a fully franked final dividend of 13 cents per share. The company sharpened its focus on core Wealth and Trading software businesses while advancing sustainability and AI innovation.

Praemium Limited reported a robust half-year performance with a 69.5% jump in net profit and a 9.6% rise in funds under administration, completing the OneVue platform transition and acquiring AI specialist Technotia Laboratories.

Wrkr Ltd reports a 43% revenue increase to nearly $7 million in H1 FY2026 but also a 75% rise in net loss, while completing a $15 million capital raise and acquiring payroll compliance firm PaidRight.

Djerriwarrh Investments and Australian Foundation Investment Company announce a major leadership change as Mark Freeman retires and Alison Gibson steps in as CEO and Managing Director.

Australian Foundation Investment Company (AFIC) announces the retirement of long-serving CEO Mark Freeman and the appointment of Alison Gibson as his successor, marking a significant leadership transition for the $12 billion investment firm.

Challenger reports a solid first half of FY26 with rising profits, strong annuity sales, and strategic partnerships, underpinning a confident outlook and a $150 million share buy-back plan.

Challenger Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with a 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax and record annuity sales. The company also announced a $150 million on-market share buy-back, reflecting confidence in its strong capital position.

WT Financial Group Limited has reported a robust 16.1% increase in net revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and a pioneering joint venture. The company’s proprietary AI technology and industry consolidation efforts position it well for continued expansion.