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Serko Limited posted a 34% jump in total income to NZD 120.9 million for FY26, powered by strong Booking.com for Business growth and a full year of GetThere revenue. The company’s EBITDAFI surged 137%, while net loss narrowed. Serko.ai’s US closed beta marks a strategic pivot into AI-driven business travel.

Virgin Australia navigates a doubling of jet fuel prices with robust hedging and fare adjustments, maintaining its FY26 earnings outlook despite rising costs.

Qantas Airways delivered a solid half-year performance with a 5.1% rise in underlying profit before tax to $1.456 billion, underpinned by strong travel demand and fleet renewal. The Group announced a fully franked interim dividend of $300 million and a $150 million on-market share buy-back.

Viva Energy’s latest quarterly update reveals a modest rise in commercial fuel volumes driven by aviation, while convenience retail sales decline amid store conversions and illicit trade pressures.

Experience Co Limited reported a strong FY25 with record revenue and earnings growth, driven by its Skydiving and Adventure Experiences segments. The company is advancing organic growth and acquisitions while maintaining disciplined capital management heading into FY26.

Webjet Group reported a slight revenue dip and a mixed earnings performance for the half-year ended September 2025, while unveiling its inaugural dividend and receiving a non-binding takeover offer from Helloworld Travel.

Webjet Group’s preliminary 1H26 results reveal resilience in a challenging market, with underlying EBITDA in line with expectations despite a 9% decline. The company revises FY25 figures following an accounting policy change and lowers FY26 EBITDA guidance amid subdued domestic leisure travel and a delayed brand relaunch.

Felix Group Holdings announces the resignation of Co-Founder and CEO Mike Davis, effective November 12, 2025, with CFO James Frayne appointed as Interim CEO as the company embarks on a search for new leadership.

Helloworld Travel Limited has completed its acquisition of the remaining 50% stake in Mobile Travel Holdings, fully owning the mobile travel agency and significantly boosting its transaction volume.

Qantas Airways reported a robust 15% increase in underlying profit before tax for FY25, driven by strong operational performance and strategic fleet investments. The airline also announced a fully franked final dividend and special dividend, underscoring its financial strength and shareholder focus.

Qantas Airways has announced a fully franked dividend of AUD 0.264 per share for the first half of FY25, reflecting confidence in its financial position amid ongoing industry recovery.

Qantas Airways posted a robust FY25 financial performance with a 28% rise in statutory profit after tax, supported by strong travel demand and strategic fleet investments. The Group also announced substantial dividends and completed a $431 million share buy-back, while closing Jetstar Asia to focus on core markets.