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Bell Financial Group reported a robust 26.4% increase in profit after tax to $30.7 million for 2024, underpinned by strong performances across all divisions and a declared fully franked final dividend of 4.0 cents per share. The Group is actively pursuing growth through acquisitions and strategic account transfers, positioning itself for a cautiously optimistic 2025.

Babylon Pump & Power Limited reported a 22% revenue decline for the half year ending December 31, 2024, yet achieved a 64% surge in profit after tax, driven by operational efficiencies and strategic contract wins.

Select Harvests Limited reported a strong financial turnaround in FY2024 with a $46 million EBITDA and a modest net profit, while facing shareholder concerns over a recent capital raise and remuneration report at its AGM.

Select Harvests Limited delivered a standout FY24 with a record almond crop and a significant NPAT turnaround, underpinned by strategic cost management and a successful $80 million capital raise. The company signals continued growth and operational improvements heading into FY25.

IGNITE Limited reports a striking 189% jump in statutory profit for H1 FY25, even as revenue slips 7%, underscoring a successful turnaround strategy and a strong balance sheet.

Ignite Limited’s half-year results reveal a 7% revenue decline but a striking 189% surge in net profit, underpinned by margin improvements and cost efficiencies. The company also announces an interim dividend, signaling confidence in its turnaround strategy.

hummgroup reports a remarkable 119% surge in half-year cash profit, driven by strong asset growth and operational efficiencies, while preparing to launch a new hybrid loan product in Australia.

Humm Group Limited has reported a remarkable 119% increase in cash profit after tax for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, alongside improved capital efficiency and reduced operating expenses. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend, underscoring its strengthened financial position.

Propel Funeral Partners has agreed to acquire two historic New Zealand funeral service providers, marking a strategic expansion into new regional markets with an acquisition valued at up to A$7.3 million.

XRF Scientific has reported a record half-year performance, driven by robust mining sector demand and strategic sales growth across its divisions.

XRF Scientific Limited reported a robust half-year performance ending December 2024, with revenue edging up 0.3% to $28.7 million and net profit after tax surging 11.8% to $5.0 million, driven by strong consumables sales and international growth.

Resimac Group reports a 12% decline in normalised net profit after tax for 1H25, driven by increased provisioning in its asset finance portfolio, while operating profit rises 20%. The lender signals challenges ahead but remains confident in its core business momentum.