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Napier Port reported a robust half-year performance with an 8.8% revenue rise to NZ$84.9 million and underlying net profit after tax up 21.5%, driven by container services growth and key infrastructure projects progressing on schedule.

AoFrio Limited has secured NZ$4.56 million through a share placement to existing investor Wairahi Investments, underpinning a bold strategy to boost revenue growth to 25% annually. A follow-up rights issue will allow current shareholders to participate at the same price.

Gentrack Group delivered steady revenue with a 12% rise in recurring income but saw EBITDA fall due to project delays and investment. The company announced two acquisitions to bolster AI and energy pricing capabilities alongside a $20 million share buyback plan.

Sanford Limited delivered record half-year earnings despite a 5.5% revenue dip, driven by robust salmon and wildcatch segments, while mussel farming faced headwinds. The company cut net debt by NZ$63 million and declared a steady 5.0 cps dividend.

Stelar Metals has entered a binding earn-in agreement to acquire 100% of the Hill of Leaders Tungsten Project in the Northern Territory, aiming to leverage surging tungsten prices and its NT development expertise with a planned drilling campaign.

AoFrio’s first quarter revenue plunged 28% year-on-year, weighed down by the loss of a major US motor customer amid tariffs. The refrigeration tech firm is banking on new IoT product launches in Q2 to stabilise sales and improve profitability over 2026.

Yowie Group’s June quarter reveals a revenue decline to $1.93 million, offset by improved operating cash inflows and a successful $516,000 capital raise. The company advances product launches in North America and Australia while undergoing significant board restructuring.

Light & Wonder posted modest revenue growth in Q1 2026, driven by strong Gaming and iGaming performances, while net income fell sharply due to legacy legal costs. The company maintains disciplined capital management amid ongoing macro pressures.

Comet Ridge progresses engineering design and environmental approvals for its Mahalo Gas Project, pushing ahead with the acquisition of Santos’ stake to consolidate full ownership and expand its east coast gas footprint.

Latrobe Magnesium has achieved continuous production of high-grade Magnesium Oxide from brown coal ash and secured a US$2 million prepayment from its US offtake partner, setting the stage for magnesium metal production in the second half of 2026.

Chalice Mining has bolstered its leadership and financing strategy while advancing a Feasibility Study for its Gonneville palladium-nickel-copper project, amid improving market conditions and promising exploration results.

Talga Group reported record anode production at its EVA plant and significant progress on its 5,000tpa Vittangi anode plant FEED study, alongside strategic partnerships and exploration breakthroughs.