Woodside Energy Group Ltd reported a 115% increase in net profit after tax to US$3.573 billion in 2024 despite a 6% revenue decline, driven by record production and strategic growth in LNG and new energy sectors.
Australian Foundation Investment Company (AFIC) reported a 2.7% rise in half-year profit to $154.2 million and increased its interim dividend to 12 cents per share, while its portfolio outpaced the S&P/ASX 200 over the past year.