The MyState Ltd (ASX: MYS) share price is in focus today after the company reported a strong FY26 result, highlighted by a 41.2% lift in underlying net profit after tax to $58.3 million and an improved earnings mix from higher-return businesses.

What did MyState report?

• Underlying NPAT up 41.2% to $58.3 million (up 22% pro forma)
• Statutory NPAT rose 58% to $56.2 million
• Total operating income climbed 37.1% to $255.9 million
• Core earnings jumped 43.9% to $85.8 million
• Final dividend of 12.5 cents per share, fully franked (full-year 24.5 cps, up 3.0 cps)
• Home loan book increased 5.8% to $13.6 billion; customer deposits grew 4.0% to $10.6 billion

What else do investors need to know?

MyState moved to a single banking licence in December 2025, streamlining operations and capital management. Integration of its acquisitions delivered $11.8 million in run-rate synergies so far, and the company remains confident of reaching its synergy targets by FY28.

Management raised integration investment slightly to support a new AI-enabled core banking platform, aiming to drive ongoing efficiency, flexibility, and growth. Asset quality was strong, with 90-day home loan arrears improving from 0.44% to 0.32%. The group remains well-capitalised for future investments.

What did MyState management say?

Managing Director and CEO Brett Morgan said:

FY26 is our first full-year as a merged Group and I’m very proud of the way the team has come together, executed on our key priorities with discipline, delivered strong financial outcomes and continued serving our customers with care and commitment. I’m very pleased with our financial performance, with Underlying NPAT increasing 41%. We are seeing clear benefits from scale, reflected in strong income growth, disciplined cost management and an increasing contribution from higher-returning businesses. Together, these factors have improved the quality, sustainability and resilience of our earnings.

What’s next for MyState?

Looking ahead, MyState will continue to focus on integrating its businesses and rolling out its new banking technology platform. Management expects further efficiencies from consolidating systems and operating as a single retail brand, supporting long-term growth.

The company’s strong capital position and diversified earnings base put it in a good spot to keep executing on its strategy. Shareholders can expect ongoing focus on cost control, digital transformation, and delivering long-term value.

MyState share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, MyState shares have risen 16%, outperforming the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO), which has risen 1% over the same period.

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Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX: WDS) shares are climbing higher again on Tuesday.

At the time of writing, the ASX energy shares are up around 1% and changing hands for $33.82 a piece. 

Today’s increase means the shares are now up around 43% for the year to date and 26% higher than 12 months ago.

The update comes as Woodside posted its first-half FY26 results this morning.

The company reported a 13% increase in operating revenue, a 27% increase in NPAT, a 7% increase in underlying NPAT, and a huge increase in free cash flow to US$352 million.

The strong result saw management declare a fully-franked interim dividend of 57 US cents per share.

Woodside also reaffirmed its full-year FY26 production and capital expenditure guidance. The company expects to complete key projects, including Scarborough, Trion, and Louisiana LNG, in line with previously announced timelines. 

Woodside shares have rocketed higher in 2026

The oil and gas giant’s shares have enjoyed an incredible rally through 2026 so far.

A key driver has been major oil supply concerns and volatility around conflict in the Middle East.

The US and Iran have shown new signs of reaching a potential agreement. But each time it looks like conflict is calming down, it quickly returns. The region is highly volatile, and the movement of oil from the area will continue to be uncertain until a resolution is reached. 

Shipping disruptions and production cuts pushed crude oil prices to a multi-year high of around US$113 per barrel in April, according to Trading Economics data. While the price of oil softened in June and early July, it is now trading back up at around US$85 per barrel.

What do the experts tip for the shares over the next 12 months?

It looks like brokers now think the oil major’s shares are trading around fair value. In fact, some are tipping a downside over the next 12 months.

Market Index data shows the majority of brokers have a hold rating on Woodside shares. But the $28.52 average target price now implies a potential 17% downside ahead, at the time of writing.

TradingView data is a little more positive. Out of 16 analysts, eight have a buy/strong buy rating, seven have a hold rating, and 1 rates the stock as a sell.

The average $32.31 target price implies a potential 5% downside, at the time of writing. 

But the difference between the maximum and minimum target price is significant. Some forecast the shares to climb about 29% to $43.47 over the next 12 months. But others think Woodside shares have the potential to fall up to 26% to $25.01, at the time of writing.

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The Abacus Group Ltd (ASX: ABG) share price is in focus today after the company posted Funds from Operations of $81.2 million, down 1.9% on last year, and announced a flat annual distribution of 8.50 cents per security.

What did Abacus Group report?

• Funds from Operations (FFO) of $81.2 million, down 1.9% compared to FY25
• Statutory net loss of $74.5 million, impacted by ASK investment reclassification
• Distribution of 8.50 cents per security, flat year-on-year (payout ratio: 93.6% of FFO)
• Net Tangible Assets (NTA) per security of $1.59, down 7.6% on FY25
• Gearing at 36.2%, within target range (up 1.7 percentage points over FY25)
• Retail operating earnings up 4.5% to $30.0 million; Office operating earnings down 3.2% to $89.6 million

What else do investors need to know?

Abacus Group completed the internalisation of Abacus Storage King during FY26, simplifying its operating model and positioning as a pure-play commercial REIT. This transition enables the company to target operational efficiency and focus on optimising its commercial property portfolio across eastern seaboard markets.

The company’s Office Portfolio, valued at $1.4 billion, remains concentrated in high-quality A-grade assets, with a notable weighting toward Sydney. Retail holdings recorded strong performance, with like-for-like rental growth and 97.4% occupancy, reflecting solid customer demand during the period.

What did Abacus Group management say?

Abacus Group Managing Director Steven Sewell said:

ABG’s strategic priorities are now centred on three clear areas: simplifying the business model, strengthening the platform and positioning the Group for sustainable growth. The Commercial team has a focused platform to concentrate on its core investment, asset management and customer priorities, supporting the delivery of sustainable long-term returns for securityholders.

What’s next for Abacus Group?

Looking ahead, Abacus Group will continue with its focused commercial REIT strategy, aiming for operational efficiency and capital discipline. Non-core asset sales, gearing reductions, and improving free cash flow are near-term priorities.

For FY27, the company has guided to a distribution of 6.70 cents per security, with a targeted full-year payout of 80-90% of FFO and a higher expected franking level. Management intends to drive further value creation through disciplined asset management and selective investment in core office markets.

Abacus Group share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Abacus Group shares have declined 30%, trailing the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO).

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