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Bapcor Limited recently reported a half-year statutory net loss of A$104.8 million, following lower sales of A$973.03 million and significant impairment charges, and simultaneously launched a deeply discounted A$200 million equity raising via an entitlement offer and placement to strengthen its balance sheet. Alongside these results, new leadership has flagged a comprehensive turnaround plan focused on pricing, inventory, IT modernisation and supply chain simplification, signalling an...

In February 2026, Light & Wonder reported fourth-quarter 2025 results showing revenue rising to US$891 million from US$797 million a year earlier, but swinging from net income of US$107 million to a net loss of US$15 million and posting a basic loss per share of US$0.19 from continuing operations. For 2025 as a whole, the company delivered higher revenue of US$3.31 billion while net income eased to US$276 million, and it completed US$1.16 billion of share repurchases totaling 13,059,462...

Aristocrat Leisure recently reported further progress on its on-market buy-back of ordinary shares and received multiple honours at the 8th Annual Eilers & Krejcik Gaming Slot Awards, including “Best Overall Supplier of Slot Content” and “Social Casino Operator of the Year.” These awards, combined with the ongoing share repurchase program, highlight both external recognition of Aristocrat’s gaming content leadership and management’s active approach to capital allocation. We’ll now explore...

Whitehaven Coal (ASX:WHC) is back in focus after the board approved a new on market share buyback of up to A$32 million, alongside a reduced A$0.04 dividend for the half year. See our latest analysis for Whitehaven Coal. The new on market buyback and lower dividend come after a mixed stretch for the shares, with a 1 day share price return of 1.66% and a 90 day share price return of 11.52%, set against a 10.08% decline over 30 days and a very large 5 year total shareholder return. Taken...

Waypoint REIT recently reported its full-year 2025 results, with sales of A$162.6 million, net income of A$200.1 million, and higher earnings per share despite slightly lower revenue than the prior year. The results highlighted resilient rental income, a 1% uplift in distributable earnings per security, a completed A$50 million buyback below net tangible asset value, and long-term lease extensions with major tenant Viva Energy Australia that are set to increase aggregate rent from August...

Zimplats Holdings (ASX:ZIM) has put fresh numbers on the table, releasing interim results for the half year to 31 December 2025 that show higher sales, profit and earnings per share. See our latest analysis for Zimplats Holdings. The latest interim earnings release appears to have shifted sentiment, with a 3.78% 1 day share price return and 9.00% 7 day share price return, building on a 20.10% 90 day share price return and 80.60% 1 year total shareholder return, even though the year to date...

Ampol Limited has reported its full-year 2025 results, with sales of A$31.37 billion and net income of A$82.4 million, alongside basic earnings per share from continuing operations of A$0.346. Despite lower sales and earnings than the prior year, the board has declared a fully franked ordinary dividend of A$0.60 per share for the second half of 2025, highlighting its current capital return stance. We’ll now examine how this combination of weaker earnings and a fully franked A$0.60 dividend...

NEXTDC Limited recently reported its half-year results for the period ended December 31, 2025, recording a net loss of A$39.35 million compared with A$42.67 million a year earlier. This narrowing loss, alongside a smaller basic and diluted loss per share of A$0.0614 versus A$0.0685 previously, points to gradual operational improvement. With losses narrowing and per-share results improving, we’ll now examine how this progress toward profitability shapes NEXTDC’s broader investment...

Why Imdex’s latest earnings and dividend update matter Imdex (ASX:IMD) has just reported half year earnings and announced a fully franked interim dividend, a combination that puts both its recent profitability and current income profile in focus for shareholders. See our latest analysis for Imdex. The earnings update and fully franked interim dividend appear to have coincided with stronger interest in the stock. Imdex’s 30 day share price return of 12.93% and 1 year total shareholder return...

AIC Mines Limited recently reported its half-year results for the period ended December 31, 2025, with sales of A$110.59 million and net income of A$17.35 million, both higher than the prior year. The company also lifted basic earnings per share from continuing operations to A$0.0223, highlighting improved profitability on a per-share basis. We’ll now examine how this earnings and sales growth shapes AIC Mines’ investment narrative and what it might mean for investors. Uncover the next big...

Neuren Pharmaceuticals recently reported its full-year 2025 results, with revenue of A$84.84 million and net income of A$30.44 million, alongside a trading pause on the ASX pending a market-sensitive announcement. Despite lower year-on-year earnings, Neuren highlighted increased DAYBUE royalties, a new share buy-back program, and progress in its NNZ-2591 pipeline, including an FDA Fast Track designation, underscoring the company’s focus on advancing its rare neurological disorder...

Horizon Oil’s latest earnings and dividend decision Recent interest in Horizon Oil (ASX:HZN) stems from its half year 2025 results, which showed lower sales and net income, alongside a declared interim dividend and an upcoming earnings call. See our latest analysis for Horizon Oil. Horizon Oil’s recent earnings release and confirmed interim dividend have come alongside firm share price momentum, with a 90 day share price return of 23.08% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 39.22% from a...

Andean Silver Limited recently presented at the PDAC Conference 2026 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, a major global gathering for mining and resource companies. This appearance places Andean Silver in front of a concentrated audience of investors, industry peers, and potential partners who closely track exploration and development updates in the sector. With heightened attention around its PDAC 2026 presentation, we will assess how Andean Silver’s industry visibility...

Harvey Norman Holdings (ASX:HVN) has drawn fresh attention after releasing its half year 2025 results along with a higher fully franked interim dividend of A$0.145 per share, with the stock falling 8% on the day. See our latest analysis for Harvey Norman Holdings. At a share price of A$5.76, Harvey Norman’s 1 day share price return of a 9.0% decline and 30 day share price return of an 11.11% decline contrast with a 1 year total shareholder return of 15.21% and 3 year total shareholder return...

In February 2026, Aspen Group reported half-year results to 31 December 2025, with revenue rising to A$69.97 million and net income to A$35.94 million, and issued dividend guidance of 11.0 cents for fiscal 2026. The modest uplift in earnings per share, alongside clearer dividend guidance, offers investors a more defined picture of Aspen Group’s capital returns profile. We’ll now explore how Aspen Group’s increased revenue and clarified 2026 dividend guidance shape the company’s broader...

Ora Banda Mining (ASX:OBM) has caught investor attention after reporting record half year results, with higher gold production from the Sand King underground mine supporting stronger revenue, profit, and cash generation across the period. See our latest analysis for Ora Banda Mining. At a share price of A$1.29, Ora Banda Mining has logged a 4.45% 1 day share price return and a 4.88% 7 day share price return. Its 1 year total shareholder return of 39.46% and very large 3 year total shareholder...

In February 2026, Woolworths Group Limited reported half-year net income of A$374 million, down from A$739 million a year earlier, and declared a fully franked interim dividend of A$0.45 per share for the six months ended January 4, 2026, payable on April 2, 2026. The combination of weaker earnings and a maintained fully franked dividend highlights management’s willingness to return cash to shareholders while profitability remains under pressure. We’ll now examine how the lower half-year...

Westgold Resources reported past half-year results showing group gold production of 195,355 oz (including 24,919 oz from purchased ore), sales of A$1,237.56 million, and net income of A$190.73 million for the six months to December 31, 2025. At the same time, the company kept its FY 2026 production guidance unchanged at 345,000–385,000 oz with an AISC of A$2,600–A$2,900/oz, signalling operational consistency following the Karora integration and recent mine upgrades. We’ll now examine how...

Jumbo Interactive has reported its half-year 2025 results, with sales rising to A$85.28 million but net income easing to A$15.46 million, alongside declaring a fully franked interim dividend of A$0.12 per share payable on 18 March 2026. The company’s upgraded outlook for its international operations in the UK and North America, plus its ongoing buyback and dividend, highlights management’s confidence in offshore growth as a complement to its Australian lottery retailing base. We’ll now...

Catalyst Metals (ASX:CYL) just released half year earnings to December 31, 2025, reporting sales of A$267.85 million and net income of A$59.7 million, figures that are likely catching investor attention. See our latest analysis for Catalyst Metals. The half year earnings news lands after a mixed stretch for Catalyst Metals, with a 7 day share price return of 7.45% and a 30 day share price return decline of 9.18%. However, the 90 day share price return of 25.70% and a very large 3 year total...

Kingsgate Consolidated (ASX:KCN) has put fresh numbers on the table, releasing half year results that include higher sales, stronger net income, detailed Chatree production metrics, and a newly declared interim dividend. See our latest analysis for Kingsgate Consolidated. Those stronger half year figures and the newly declared 10 cent interim dividend come after a powerful run in Kingsgate Consolidated's shares, with a 90 day share price return of 64.34% and a very large 1 year total...

Karoon Energy Ltd has released its full-year 2025 results, reporting sales of US$628.6 million and net income of US$125.5 million, alongside updated 2026 production guidance of 8.1–9.2 MMboe and a new A$0.031 per share distribution for the period ended December 31, 2025. While annual sales and net income were slightly lower than the prior year, earnings per share from continuing operations increased, indicating the benefit of a lower share count and underscoring how capital management is...

Recent changes to Aware Super’s investment framework have highlighted how high-emission companies like Origin Energy (ASX:ORG) are being viewed through a new lens. Rather than a blanket exclusion of carbon-intensive assets, the $230 billion fund is now focusing on companies with credible decarbonization pathways, potentially expanding the pool of institutional capital available for transition-aligned energy stocks...

Ansell (ASX:ANN) has completed an on market buyback of 1,372,236 shares, equal to 0.95% of its register, for A$47.2 million, bringing capital management into focus for investors. See our latest analysis for Ansell. Despite the completed buyback and recent earnings and dividend announcements, Ansell’s share price has had a softer patch, with a 90 day share price return of 13.42% and a year to date share price return of 7.78%. The 3 year total shareholder return of 29.70% and 5 year total...