New Hope Co.

New Hope Group reported an underlying EBITDA of AUD 514 million and operating cash flow of AUD 564 million for 2026; the cash balance stood at around AUD 800 million. Saleable coal production rose 8% to 11.5 million tonnes, supported by strong results at Bengalla and the ramp-up of New Acland. Bengalla held FOB cash costs at AUD 81.30/t at the lower end of guidance, and management continues to expect dividend payments as capex falls after completion of current projects. The next milestone is the opening of Manning Vale West; around AUD 130 million of further investment is still expected for New Acland. » More on de.investing.com

New Hope Group reported adjusted EBITDA of AUD 514 million and operating cash flow of AUD 564 million for fiscal 2026; the cash balance rose to around AUD 800 million at year-end. Saleable coal production climbed 8% to 11.5 million tonnes, driven by solid results at Bengalla and New Acland, with Bengalla achieving FOB cash costs of AUD 81.30/t. Management expects further dividends and improved cash generation as capex declines, while progressing the ramp-up of New Acland and the opening of Manning Vale West (additional capex ~AUD 130 million). The stock rose 2.9% after the announcement. » More on de.investing.com

New Hope recorded an 84 percent collapse in net profit in the first half, after which its share in Sydney lost 6.4 percent. Overall, stock markets in East Asia were mostly positive, with the Kospi and technology stocks gaining particularly strongly, while Chinese bourses lagged. Oil price rises after an Iranian attack on energy infrastructure and the Reserve Bank of Australia's recent rate hike to 4.10 percent weighed on sentiment. » More on finanzen.net