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Mitchell Services reported a transitional FY25 with revenue growth but earnings pressure from lower utilisation and mobilisation costs. The company secured key contracts and launched a decarbonisation joint venture, positioning for a stronger FY26.

The Calmer Co. has secured a long-term lease for its Navua facility in Fiji, replacing a planned property purchase and freeing up capital to accelerate its US market expansion.

Nick Scali Limited reported a 5.8% revenue increase to $495.3 million in FY25, driven by its UK acquisition, but statutory net profit fell 28.4% amid integration and freight disruption costs. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 33 cents per share.

Coventry Group’s FY25 results reveal a sharp EBITDA decline amid ERP disruptions and soft markets, prompting a major cost reduction drive for FY26.

Universal Biosensors reported a 44% increase in net loss to A$10.45 million for H1 2025, alongside an 11% revenue decline, raising serious going concern doubts. The company is pursuing an A$8.5 million senior secured loan and equity raise to sustain operations.

Alkane Resources has received final court approval to acquire Mandalay Resources, setting the stage for a transformative merger expected to complete on August 5, 2025.

Capstone Copper delivered record Q2 2025 copper production and adjusted EBITDA, underpinned by strong sulphide output and a key environmental permit for its Mantoverde Optimized project. The company reaffirmed full-year guidance amid ongoing growth initiatives and a strengthened balance sheet.

Alcoa Corporation reported a solid $164 million net income for Q2 2025 amid strategic portfolio shifts including a new joint venture in Spain and the sale of its Saudi Arabia stake. The company navigated tariff challenges and resumed a key smelter restart after a power outage delay.

Rio Tinto reported robust half-year results with $11.5 billion underlying EBITDA, advancing key projects and completing a major lithium acquisition amid challenging market conditions.

Sandfire Resources reported a 12% rise in copper equivalent production for FY25, narrowly missing guidance due to severe weather and power outages, while slashing net debt by $273 million. The company projects further growth in FY26 despite expected cost pressures.

Bowen Coking Coal reported record operating cashflows of $19.1 million in the June 2025 quarter, achieving all FY2025 guidance despite heavy rains and logistical hurdles. The company has launched a low-cost mining strategy while negotiating liquidity solutions amid depressed coal prices.

Beam Communications reported a modest adjusted cash outflow in Q4 FY25 despite a 36% revenue drop due to delivery delays and sales transitions, while cost-cutting efforts continue to bolster its financial resilience.