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Lovisa Delivers Strong First Half Results

Lovisa Holdings Ltd reported a strong performance for the first half of FY26, with total sales up 23.3% and Lovisa Underlying EBIT up 20.4% to $109.1 million. The company's focus on sourcing, promotion efficiency, and shrinkage management has delivered gross margin expansion, with Lovisa Underlying Gross Margin up 50 basis points to 82.9%.

The global store network continued to grow, with 85 new stores opened during the period, taking the total to 1,095 stores across more than 50 markets. Lovisa generated strong cash flow, with $183.8 million in cash from operations, and the Board has announced an interim dividend of 53.0 cents per share, 50% franked.

Trading in the first 7 weeks of the second half has been robust, with total sales up 21.5% and comparable store sales up 1.6%. Lovisa expects store rollout momentum to continue, supported by its strong balance sheet and available cash and debt facilities.

PWR Delivers Standout First Half Results

PWR Holdings Ltd (PWR) reported a strong financial performance for the first half of FY26, with revenue growing 27.8% to $80.4 million and net profit after tax (NPAT) increasing by 38.6% to $5.7 million. The company's Motorsports and Aerospace & Defence segments were the key drivers of this growth, with revenue in these segments increasing by 40% and 31% respectively.

PWR also successfully completed the relocation and upgrade of its Australian factory, which provides expanded production capabilities, capacity, automation, and compliance. The company expects continued growth in its Aerospace & Defence segment, driven by increasing demand, as well as sustained momentum in its Motorsports business.

Cogstate Delivers Solid First Half Results

Cogstate Ltd reported solid revenue growth, strong sales momentum and increased future revenue visibility in 1H26, underpinned by disciplined cost control and a strong cash position. Revenue was up 12% year-on-year to $26.9 million, driven by record sales opportunities and a more diversified customer base across multiple indications.

The company expanded its trial portfolio, with 133 ongoing trials at the end of 1H26, up 34% year-on-year. Channel partnerships also gained momentum, driving 70% of sales opportunities and 62% of executed contracts in the December 2025 quarter. Cogstate expects continued revenue and profit growth in FY26, with $21.7 million in contracted revenue for 2H26 (up 24% year-on-year) and $27.0 million in contracted revenue for FY27 (up 13% year-on-year).

Goodman Group Reports Solid First Half Results

Goodman Group reported an operating profit of $1.2 billion and operating earnings per security (OEPS) growth target of 9% for FY26. The company's work in progress stood at $14.4 billion, with 73% in data centres, and it established a $14 billion data centre development partnership in Continental Europe.

Goodman continues to see strong demand for its metro logistics and data centre facilities, driven by customer requirements for productivity, efficiency, and low-latency connectivity. The company is well-positioned to deliver on this demand, with a significant power bank, development capabilities, and strong capital partnerships in place.

HUB24 Delivers Outstanding First Half Results

HUB24 Ltd has reported outstanding financial results for 1HFY26, with significant growth across key metrics including revenue, underlying EBITDA, and underlying NPAT. The company's platform FUA grew by 29% to $127.9 billion, driven by a record $10.7 billion in net inflows.

HUB24 maintained its position as the #1 platform in Australia, with recognition for innovation, customer service, and product leadership. The company is investing in new solutions and leveraging technology to drive increased growth and opportunity, and has upgraded its FY27 Platform FUA target to a range of $160 billion to $170 billion.