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ALS Limited (ASX:ALQ) has delivered a landmark FY26 with underlying net profit after tax surging 25.8% to $381.2 million, beating 2027 targets a year early and raising its dividend by 10%. The company continues to invest heavily in automation, digital initiatives, and laboratory expansions while advancing its climate strategy amid a post-year-end cyber incident.

Champion Iron Limited reported a 19% increase in net profit to C$168.7 million for FY2026, driven by record production and sales, progress on its DRPF project, and the strategic acquisition of Rana Gruber.

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand (MCK) posted robust 2025 revenue gains driven by acquisitions and refurbishments, yet signals a cautious outlook for 2026 as geopolitical tensions and rising costs cloud the horizon.

Oceania Healthcare Limited has delivered a standout FY26 with 16% higher sales, 20% EBITDA growth, and a 19% reduction in net debt, setting the stage for positive cash flow in FY27 despite no dividend declared this year.

Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG) reported a 30% jump in FY2026 net profit to A$4.85 billion, driven by growth across all divisions and bolstered by strategic investments in AI and sustainability. The board declared a total dividend of A$7 per share and maintained a strong capital position amid ongoing regulatory remediation.

Yancoal Australia posted a record 38.6 million tonnes of attributable saleable coal in 2025, up 5% on 2024, but net profit after tax plunged 64% to A$440 million amid softer coal prices. The miner maintained disciplined cost control and declared A$769 million in fully franked dividends.

Capral Limited reported a resilient FY25 with earnings growth despite market headwinds, declaring a 30-cent dividend and reinforcing its commitment to sustainability with a 20% emissions reduction target by 2030.

Stanmore Resources Limited posted a net loss of US$47.2 million for 2025, impacted by a 21% revenue decline due to lower coal prices despite record production and cost efficiencies. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of US 8.9 cents per share.

Newmont Corporation’s 2025 Annual Report reveals a robust financial performance driven by higher gold prices and portfolio optimisation, alongside significant progress in key development projects and sustainability initiatives.

New Hope Corporation Limited posted a slight dip in revenue and net profit for FY2025 but achieved a notable 18% rise in saleable coal production, driven by growth at New Acland Mine and steady output at Bengalla Mine.

Wesfarmers Limited reported a robust 2025 financial year with a 14.4% increase in net profit after tax to $2.926 billion and declared fully franked dividends of $2.06 per share. The conglomerate also unveiled a proposed $1.50 per share capital management distribution, pending shareholder approval.

Chorus Limited reported a resilient FY25 with modest revenue growth, increased fibre uptake, and a positive net profit, while advancing its all-fibre strategy and sustainability commitments.