Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/beach-energy-posts-400m-quarterly-revenue Beach Energy achieved 4.9 million barrels of oil equivalent in fourth-quarter production, reaching 19.4 MMboe for the full year. Quarterly sales revenue dropped 5% quarter-on-quarter to $ The company agreed to sell its VIC/L35 interest for $500 million in near-term capital. Beach Energy (ASX:BPT) generated $400 million in sales revenue after producing 4.9 million barrels of oil equivalent during the June quarter. While production rose 1% quarter-on-quarter, total quarterly sales revenue fell 5% due to lower sales volumes. “Beach finished FY26 with strong operational momentum,” said Beach Energy Managing Director and CEOBrett Woods. The producer agreed to sell its VIC/L35 interest for $500 million in c

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/peninsula-energy-withdraws-2026-guidance-following-delays Peninsula Energy has withdrawn its 2026 production guidance following slower-than-expected wellfield ramp-up operations at the Lance Uranium Project. Following the update, the company's share price dropped 23.29% to $0.28. The company reconfirmed its 2027 production target of 500–600klbs  while maintaining an unaudited cash balance of US$47.1 million. Peninsula Energy (ASX:PEN) has withdrawn its 2026 production guidance due to a slower-than-anticipated wellfield ramp-up at its Lance Uranium Project in Wyoming. Management previously expected production from Mine Unit 4 to allow Peninsula to hit its 2026 guidance of 400–500klb , but flow rate issues associated with gassing took long

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/beetaloo-energy-secures-land-for-40b-project The Northern Territory government granted Beetaloo Energy exclusive land rights for a proposed $40 billion integrated data centre and gas power generation project. Shares in Beetaloo Energy remained unchanged at $0.26 following the announcement. The initiative aims to secure long-term domestic demand for Beetaloo Basin gas while establishing Darwin as a regional technology hub. Beetaloo Energy (ASX:BTL) secured exclusive land rights near Darwin for a proposed $40 billion data centre and energy project. The Northern Territory government granted the commitment in Weddell, as up to 12 data centre proposals target the region. "The decision gives Beetaloo Energy certainty to advance this project and str

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/australia-post-receives-40-5m-fleet-investment The Australian Government is allocating $40.5 million to accelerate Australia Post's electric vehicle fleet expansion. The unlisted postal service will direct the federal funding into heavy electric vehicles and supporting depot infrastructure. The transition aims to decarbonise transport operations and reduce operational exposure to diesel fuel supply disruptions. Australia Post has secured $40.5 million in federal funding to accelerate the rollout of its heavy electric vehicle fleet. The capital injection expands upon the government-owned operator's existing fleet of more than 5,000 smaller electric delivery vehicles. 'Australia Post has been at the forefront of electric vehicle adoption for ov

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/wisetech-acquires-frdm-ai-for-up-to-us-24-3m WiseTech Global has entered a binding agreement to acquire supply chain intelligence developer FDRM.ai. The transaction involves US$14.3 million in earn-out payments. WiseTech plans to integrate FDRM.ai's capabilities to expand its VerifyWise compliance solution. WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) has executed an agreement to acquire supply chain risk intelligence platform FDRM.ai for up to US$24.3 million. The deal comprises an upfront consideration of US$14.3 million. "As WiseTech's Chief Innovation Officer, Richard White has worked closely with FDRM.ai's founder, Justin Dillon, for more than nine months to bring FDRM.ai into the WiseTech Group, accelerating our VerifyWise plans,” said WiseTech Global CEO

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/kmd-brands-targets-up-to-1-04b-sales-in-2026 KMD Brands expects total sales to reach up to NZ$1.04 billion for the 2026 financial year. The group projects underlying earnings to rise up to NZ$41 million while net debt increases. Kathmandu sales improvements and Oboz footwear growth continue to drive group revenue targets. Outdoor retail group KMD Brands (ASX:KMD) expects full-year group sales to reach up to NZ$1.44 billion for the 2026 financial year. The projected sales figures represent a 5% increase at the midpoint compared to the prior financial year. "Direct-to-consumer same store sales for Kathmandu increased by 4.8% over the first 24 weeks of the second half, while Rip Curl declined by 2.8%," said KMD Brands in a statement. Group under

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/wesfarmers-approves-715m-mt-holland-expansion Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) and partner SQM approved the final investment decision to expand the Mt Holland Lithium Project. Wesfarmers will fund its $715 million capital expenditure share using existing cash and debt facilities. The expansion aims to double production capacity to 760,000 tonnes annually while lowering unit operating costs. Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) has approved an expansion at Mt Holland to double lithium concentrate production to 760,000 tonnes annually. The joint venture operation currently produces approximately 380,000 tonnes of spodumene concentrate per year. “This expansion improves its position on the cost curve,” said Wesfarmers Managing Director Rob Scott. Wesfarmers stated its capi

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/westgold-resources-beats-annual-guidance-with-387-354-ounces FY26 gold production exceeded company guidance at 387,354 ounces. Quarterly underlying cash build reached $233 million while maintaining zero debt. Divestment of non-core assets completed ahead of August financial results and updated outlook. Westgold Resources (ASX:WGX) produced 387,354 ounces of gold in FY26 to surpass its annual guidance range. The miner maintained full-year all-in sustaining costs within target levels at $2,841 per ounce. During the fourth quarter, the business generated $233 million in underlying cash build before growth investments. Westgold completed its non-core divestments after selling the Peak Hill and Chalice gold projects during the year. The business s

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/united-states/general-motors-q2-2026-financial-results General Motors (NYSE:GM) reported Q2 2026 revenue of $48 billion alongside an adjusted automotive free cash flow of $5.0 billion. The company raised its full-year EBIT-adjusted outlook to $14–$16 billion while net income guidance was lowered to $8.4–$9.8 billion. Management stated that the upward revision in adjusted earnings is driven by strong core automotive performance and cash generation. General Motors (NYSE:GM) posted Q2 2026 revenue of $48 billion alongside a diluted earnings per share of $1.41. The quarterly performance showed a 1.9 percent increase in revenue year over year, while net income attributable to stockholders fell 31.1 percent to $1.3 billion. The company stated that full-year

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/united-states/halliburton-reports-q2-2026-financial-results Halliburton reported Q2 revenue of $5.7 billion, net income of $534 million and diluted EPS of $0.64. Halliburton shares were down 0.3% at $35.11 in premarket trading following the results. Halliburton said technology, international contracts and North American recovery should support revenue growth and margin expansion. Halliburton (NYSE:HAL) reported Q2 2026 revenue of $5.7 billion and net income of $534 million, or $0.64 per diluted share. Revenue rose 3.7% from $5.51 billion, while net income increased 13.1% from $472 million a year earlier. The quarter generated $824 million in operating cash flow, $668 million in free cash flow and approximately $200 million in share repurchases. Followi

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/united-states/mueller-industries-q2-2026-sales-1-43-billion Mueller Industries reported Q2 net sales of $1.43 billion, up 25.5% from $1.14 billion. Net income increased to $249.7 million, while diluted earnings rose to $1.13 per share. Management said acquisitions, stronger backlogs and its 2030 strategy should support continued business strength. Mueller Industries (NYSE:MLI) reported Q2 net sales of $1.43 billion, up 25.5%, while net income reached $249.7 million. Operating income rose 1.9% to $310 million, or 15.7% after excluding last year’s insurance gain. Mueller spent $138.3 million acquiring Bison Metals and ended the quarter with $1.42 billion in cash and short-term investments. Following the announcement, Mueller Industries' share price was d

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/united-states/hasbro-q2-2026-revenue-growth-outlook Hasbro reported Q2 revenue of $1.14 billion, up 16%, as Wizards and Digital Gaming revenue increased 27%. Hasbro shares were little changed at $81.59 in premarket trading after the results. The company raised its 2026 revenue-growth forecast to 5%–7% and adjusted EBITDA guidance to $1.45–$1.50 billion. Hasbro (NASDAQ:HAS) reported Q2 revenue of $1.14 billion, up 16%, and raised its 2026 revenue-growth outlook to 5%–7%. Revenue exceeded the $1.07 billion analyst estimate, while adjusted EPS of $1.28 topped the $1.14 forecast but fell from $1.30 last year. Results included a $56 million digital-games impairment, $11 million in cybersecurity expenses and an estimated $25 million revenue impact from the n

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/united-states/3m-reports-q2-2026-financial-results 3M Company (NYSE:MMM) reported Q2 2026 adjusted sales of $6.5 billion, representing a 5.5 percent increase year over year. The company raised its full-year 2026 adjusted EPS guidance to a range of $8.80 to $8.95. Management highlighted strategic initiatives, including new partnerships with Microsoft, Airbus, and the Cadillac F1 team, alongside strong cash flow generation. 3M Company (NYSE:MMM) posted GAAP sales of $6.5 billion and adjusted sales of $6.5 billion for the second quarter of 2026. The industrial conglomerate delivered a GAAP earnings per share of $1.78, up 33 percent, while adjusted EPS rose 11 percent to $2.40. The company generated $1 billion in operating cash flow and $1.3 billion in adj

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/alkane-resources-proposes-maiden-dividend-on-454m-cash Alkane Resources completed Q4 FY26 with 42,491 gold equivalent ounces produced, meeting the upper half of its full-year targets. Strong operational performance pushed the company's total cash, bullion, and listed investments balance to $454 million, supporting a proposed maiden fully franked dividend of 2 cents per share. Management projected FY27 group production between 163,000 and 177,000 gold equivalent ounces at an all-in sustaining cost of $3,200 per ounce. Alkane Resources (ASX:ALK) delivered Q4 gold equivalent production of 42,491 ounces, boosting its total cash balance to $454 million. Full-year output reached 168,337 gold equivalent ounces, landing in the top half of company gui

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/quickfee-hits-4-4m-quarterly-revenue QuickFee (ASX:QFE) generated $25.1 million. Reported group revenue fell 39% compared to the prior corresponding period due to the divestment of its US Pay Now business, while normalised revenue remained unchanged at $4.4 million. The company confirmed full-year FY26 EBTDA guidance of $45 million to $60 million. QuickFee (ASX:QFE) reported fourth-quarter FY26 group revenue of $4.4 million, flat against normalised prior-period results as Australian finance growth offset declines in its US division. The steady normalised revenue contrasts with a 39% decline in reported group revenue from $7.2 million in Q4 FY25, following the divestment of the US Pay Now business in September 2025. Australian finance revenue

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/plenti-reports-loan-originations-of-536m-in-june-quarter Plenti Group generated a record $536 million in quarterly loan originations for Q1 FY27, up 22% year-on-year. Quarterly revenue rose 16% year-on-year to $10.7 million. Growth was driven by volume gains across all lending verticals and expansion of its NAB-powered portfolio to $153 million. Fintech lender Plenti Group (ASX:PLT) achieved record quarterly loan originations of $536 million for the quarter ended June 30. This result represents a 22% increase from $437 million in the prior corresponding period and 13% quarter-on-quarter growth. The company reported that its total loan portfolio expanded 23% year-on-year to reach $3.3 billion. Quarterly revenue rose 16% to $10.7 million. Follo

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/australian-government-outlines-five-space-focus-areas The federal government released a new statement on space to build local industrial capability and boost technology exports. The Australian Space Agency received new expectations to speed up approvals and monitor over 30,000 tracked space objects. The agency will conduct targeted industry consultations to finalise concrete action plans by the end of the year. The Australian government unveiled a new statement on space establishing five focus areas to expand local industrial capability. Detailed consultation with industry stakeholders will now take place to finalise concrete sector actions by the end of the year. "The Albanese government’s Statement on Space provides direction and focus so t

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/siteminder-welcomes-new-chief-product-officer SiteMinder announced Non-Executive Director Samantha Lawson as Chief Product Officer, taking effect on Aug. 1. Following the announcement, trading in SiteMinder equity reflected steady volume across the ASX. The executive change aims to advance the company's Smart Platform strategy and expand artificial intelligence capabilities across hotel commerce software. SiteMinder (ASX:SDR) appointed former board member Samantha Lawson as Chief Product Officer, effective Aug. 1. Lawson steps down from the board to succeed Leah Rankin, who is departing after seven years with the business. "Leah has made significant contributions to SiteMinder over the past seven years," said SiteMinder CEO and Managing Direc

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/energy-transition-minerals-completes-penouta-mine-acquisition Energy Transition Minerals completed its acquisition of the Penouta tin-tantalum-niobium mine in north-west Spain to advance its critical minerals strategy. The transaction gives the company full ownership of an advanced mining asset as it progresses its application for a Section C exploitation concession. The acquisition supports the company's objective to become an established producer of important critical minerals in Europe. Energy Transition Minerals (ASX:ETM) has completed the acquisition of the Penouta tin-tantalum-niobium mine in north-west Spain to secure full ownership of the advanced asset. The transaction follows judicial confirmation of the company as the successful bu

Full story: https://grafa.com/en/news/australia/riedel-resources-completes-gold-deal-giving-32-stake Riedel Resources finalised its acquisition of majority interests in the Cosmo and Mt Venn gold projects in Western Australia. The vendor, Sarama Resources, will hold an initial equity interest of approximately 32% in the explorer. The company plans to initiate reconnaissance drilling at the Cosmo Project following receipt of Aboriginal cultural heritage clearance. Riedel Resources (ASX:RIE) has completed the acquisition of majority interests in the Cosmo and Mt Venn gold projects in Western Australia, issuing an initial 32% equity interest to Sarama Resources (ASX:SRR). The two Western Australian projects cover prospective greenstone terranes located near major producing gold mines, includi