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Barramundi Limited (NZX:BRM) has reported the worst performance in its 20-year history, with a NZ$42.9 million net loss and a 17.0% fall in gross portfolio performance. The board is reviewing Fisher Funds’ management performance just weeks before its five-year agreement comes up for renewal.

WAM Capital’s investment portfolio fell 10.5% in FY2026, while Wilson Asset Management set an 8.0 cents per share target for the next financial year. The presentation points to a thin 0.7-year dividend reserve after the final payout, even as management argues small-cap valuations and takeover activity are improving.

Forrestania Resources has finalized its A$300 million acquisition of the Edna May Gold Project from Ramelius, adding a second processing hub in Western Australia and advancing its goal to become a major gold producer.

Wilson Asset Management declared a 15.5 cents per share dividend for FY2026 despite a 10.5% portfolio loss, setting a cautious 8.0 cents dividend target for FY2027 amid macroeconomic headwinds.

Mayfield Childcare’s HY26 results reveal a 6% revenue decline and deepening statutory loss, offset by operational improvements and strategic restructuring.

WAM Research’s FY2026 investment portfolio dropped 18%, dragging the company to a $28 million net loss. Despite underperformance, the LIC sustains its 10 cents per share dividend, backed by strong reserves and franking credits.

Far East Gold Ltd (ASX: FEG) has explained the delayed filing of a director’s interest change notice, attributing the lag to the off-market takeover bid process by Xingye Gold. The company is reinforcing its disclosure policies to prevent future delays.

Barramundi’s portfolio returned a solid 3.8% gross gain in Q2 2026, driven by strong AI-related infrastructure plays and takeover interest in key holdings, despite sector volatility and profit downgrades in healthcare and logistics.

Ainsworth Game Technology posted a 10% revenue increase in FY25 to $291 million, driven by strong Asia Pacific growth, while North American challenges weigh on H1 2026 outlook.

Rio Tinto has officially ended merger discussions with Glencore, citing an inability to reach a deal that benefits shareholders. The decision underscores Rio Tinto’s disciplined approach to long-term value creation.

WAM Microcap Limited reported a robust 27% increase in net profit for FY2025, driven by strong portfolio returns and sustained dividend payments. The company’s investment strategy continues to outperform the market, underpinning an optimistic outlook for micro-cap equities.

Lowell Resources Fund (ASX, LRT) reported a stellar FY2025 with net assets soaring 72.5% to $72.3 million and profits jumping over 1400%, driven by strong gold and precious metals exposure.