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Nufarm reported a mixed 1H25 with a strong rebound in crop protection profits contrasting a sharp decline in seed technologies earnings, prompting a strategic review of the latter business.

Nufarm Limited reported a 3% revenue increase to $1.81 billion for the half-year ended March 2025, driven by Crop Protection volume growth. However, net profit after tax fell 39% amid fish oil pricing pressures and higher operating costs, prompting the board to withhold an interim dividend.

Nufarm reported a mixed 1H25 result with a strong rebound in crop protection profits contrasting a steep decline in seed technologies earnings, prompting a strategic review of the latter business.

Nufarm Limited posted a 3% revenue increase to $1.81 billion for the half-year ending March 2025, driven by Crop Protection growth, yet profits fell sharply due to omega-3 inventory write-downs and higher costs. The company withheld its interim dividend amid ongoing operational challenges.

Yowie Group Ltd has firmly rejected the validity of director removal and nomination notices purportedly from Keybridge Capital, while confirming its status as Keybridge’s largest creditor with over $6.6 million owed. The company also detailed a recent share placement amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny.

US Masters Residential Property Group reported solid Q1 2025 sales of US$48.07 million and a 5% rise in net operating income, while reducing senior debt by over US$31 million despite ongoing market volatility.

Yowie Group intensifies efforts to reclaim a substantial loan from Keybridge Capital, issuing a statutory demand and launching a share placement to shore up finances amid tariff challenges.

FleetPartners Group Limited reported a 2.6% revenue increase to $377 million for the half-year ended March 2025, while net profit after tax declined 5.3% to $34.5 million, reflecting operational headwinds from a major system upgrade.

QBE Insurance Group reported robust 8% gross written premium growth in 1Q25, driven by strong momentum in North America and International markets, while managing significant catastrophe claims. The insurer reaffirmed its full-year outlook despite ongoing market challenges.

Ampol Limited has unveiled its 2025 strategic roadmap focusing on refinery upgrades, retail expansion, and energy transition initiatives, aiming to boost margins and operational efficiency.

Gale Pacific has sharply downgraded its full-year EBITDA guidance due to tariff-driven demand softness in the US, while its Australia, New Zealand, and developing markets hold steady.

City Chic Collective faces a challenging US market due to steep tariff hikes on Chinese imports, prompting a strategic pause on new stock and a revised FY25 revenue outlook. Meanwhile, its ANZ operations continue robust growth, balancing the Group’s overall performance.