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SEEK Limited posted strong half-year revenue growth and record dividends, but a hefty impairment charge on its Chinese associate Zhaopin led to a significant net loss. The company’s strategic platform unification and Sidekicker reacquisition underpin operational momentum despite macroeconomic headwinds.

Baby Bunting reported a 6.7% rise in revenue to $271.4 million for H1 2026, while statutory net profit after tax fell 52.5%. Adjusted earnings paint a steadier picture with a 4.1% increase in pro forma NPAT.

Smart Parking Limited has reported record first-half results for FY26, driven by strong organic growth and a successful US acquisition that boosted earnings per share by over 30%.

Challenger has reported a stellar first half of FY26 with a 369% surge in statutory NPAT and record annuity sales, underpinning its confident outlook and $150 million share buy-back plan.

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 1H26 with a 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax, driven by record annuity sales and a significant credit rating upgrade. The company also announced a $150 million share buy-back and outlined a confident outlook for FY26.

Challenger Limited has delivered robust first-half 2026 financial results, exceeding key targets and announcing a significant on-market buy-back alongside dividend growth. The company’s strategic focus on capital strength, operational efficiency, and offshore expansion underpins its confident outlook.

Challenger Limited reported a steady 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax for 1H26, driven by record annuity sales and disciplined cost management. The company also announced a 7% increase in its fully franked interim dividend alongside a $150 million share buy-back plan.

Praemium Limited is undertaking a major restructure of its technology division following its acquisition of Technotia Laboratories, aiming to streamline operations and reduce costs while enhancing technological capabilities.

The week was split between big earnings reactions and small-cap rocks-and-rigs rallies. Pro Medicus sank despite record numbers, while a handful of explorers jumped on fresh discoveries and policy wins.

Takeover chatter lit up Pepper Money, while Identitii ran hard after a regulator stepped in. At the other end, AMP slid despite higher profit, as investors weighed leadership change and legal costs.

Ovanti Limited has completed a $1.08 million capital raise through a large share placement aimed at funding its growing U.S. buy now, pay later business and global operations.