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Peter Warren Automotive reported a modest revenue increase to AUD 2.489 billion in FY26 but saw profit after tax nearly halve to AUD 6.3 million, reflecting margin pressure in new vehicles and rising operating costs. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 0.6 cents per share and is poised for growth with expanded Chinese brand exposure and a disciplined acquisition pipeline.

Cogstate Ltd (ASX:CGS) posted a 15.9% rise in profit before tax to US$16.1 million for FY26, driven by a 116% surge in clinical trial sales contracts to $89 million and a 15% revenue increase. The company doubled its final dividend to A$0.04 per share, supported by a strong $118.5 million contracted revenue backlog.

BetMakers Technology Group delivered a robust Q4 FY26 with revenue rising 9.4% to $24.2 million and adjusted EBITDA nearly doubling to $4.5 million, driven by new commercial deals and operational efficiencies.

Streamplay Studio Limited has reported its fifth straight quarter of positive operating cash flow, driven by strong customer receipts and strategic publishing deals. The company is advancing multiple game releases and expanding its cloud gaming footprint across new regions.

Qoria Limited has been acquired by Aura Consolidated Group through a scheme of arrangement, with shareholders exchanging their Qoria shares for Aura CHESS Depositary Interests. Aura has also successfully raised US$100 million to support the acquisition, while Qoria prepares for ASX delisting.

Alcidion confirms FY26 revenue above $50 million and EBITDA over $5 million, completing the Kyra flow products acquisition from Telstra Health to expand its patient flow solutions in ANZ and the UK.

StepChange Holdings expects FY26 revenue to exceed $55 million with normalised EBITDA of $5 million, driven by organic growth and the BroadReach acquisition. The company also strengthens its leadership by appointing Giuseppe Todesco as COO.

NobleOak Life Limited boosted its Embedded Value by 9% to $2.34 per share as of December 2025, driven by strong premium growth and market share gains. The insurer exceeded its FY26 in-force premium guidance with a 16% increase to $538 million.

Challenger Limited is merging its Fidante funds management business with Channel Capital, creating Channel Group with $150 billion in assets. Challenger will hold a 45% stake and expects a $100 million pre-tax gain in FY27.

Evion Group’s Panthera Graphite Technologies joint venture posted a US$530,000 EBITDA in its first full year of commercial production, operating at just 20-25% capacity and setting the stage for substantial earnings growth.

1414 Degrees has initiated the scale-up of its SiNTL silicon anode production, moving beyond lab-scale to manufacturer-relevant volumes. This step unlocks formal third-party evaluations and OEM engagement, with full-stack battery development targeting drones, UAVs, and satellites underway.

Australian Clinical Labs appoints Greg Horan as Group CEO effective August 2026, marking a leadership transition after a decade under Melinda McGrath. Horan’s healthcare and operational expertise positions ACL for its next growth phase.