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Stanmore Resources reports a challenging first half of 2025 with lower coal prices and significant wet weather impacting production and earnings, but maintains safety excellence and cost discipline while preparing for a second-half recovery and growth projects.

Reece Limited reported a modest 1% decline in FY25 sales to $9 billion, with earnings pressured by soft housing markets in Australia and the US. Despite operational investments and branch expansions, the company faces a cautious outlook over the next 12-18 months.

IPD Group has reported record full-year results for FY25, with revenue surging 22.1% to $354.7 million and net profit rising 17% to $26.2 million. The company’s growth is underpinned by strategic acquisitions and strong demand in data centres and EV infrastructure.

Tourism Holdings Limited reported a statutory net loss in FY25 amid challenging market conditions but remains confident in a strategic turnaround targeting over $100 million in annualised NPAT within four years.

Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) reported a statutory net loss of $25.8 million for FY25 amid challenging market conditions but posted an underlying profit of $28.7 million. The company’s growth roadmap aims to exceed $100 million in annualised NPAT within four years, driven by rental expansion and operational efficiencies.

Plato Income Maximiser Limited has reported a robust financial year ending June 2025, with net profit after tax rising to $83.6 million and its investment portfolio outperforming the benchmark in both income and total return. The company also maintained its highest-ever fully franked monthly dividends since listing.

International Equities Corporation Ltd reported a $1.249 million net loss for FY2025, reflecting ongoing challenges in its tourism segment amid a slowing economy and rising costs. The company’s property development and leasing operations also faced headwinds, leading to a decline in overall revenue and asset backing.

Monash IVF Group reported a 5.6% rise in underlying EBITDA for FY25, navigating a declining Australian IVF market and operational challenges. The company sets a cautious FY26 NPAT guidance of $20-23 million while focusing on regaining market leadership and implementing safety reforms.

Electro Optic Systems reveals a challenging half-year with a steep revenue drop and loss from continuing operations, offset by a substantial gain from divesting EM Solutions and a major new laser weapons contract.

Altamin Limited announces a significant board and executive reshuffle, appointing Peter Edwards as non-executive Chairman and Geraint Harris as incoming CEO, signaling a renewed focus on critical raw materials for Europe’s energy transition.

GQG Partners Inc. has reported robust interim results for the first half of 2025, with funds under management rising to US$172.4 billion and net revenue increasing 11%. The company also declared a quarterly dividend reflecting strong distributable earnings.

Cadence Opportunities Fund Limited reported a solid 7.9% gain for the 2025 financial year, driven by strong gold mining stocks and strategic portfolio moves. The fund also declared a fully franked final dividend of 7.0 cents per share, reflecting confidence despite ongoing economic uncertainties.