Highlights

  • ARB reported AUD 358.0 million in half-year revenue with export sales rising 8.8%.
  • BHP increased FY26 copper production guidance following operational records.
  • HUB24 posted AUD 5.6 billion in quarterly platform net inflows and higher FUA.

Three ASX-listed companies attracted market attention on 20 January 2026 following the release of operational and financial updates spanning automotive accessories, mining, and wealth management. ARB Corporation (ASX:ARB), BHP Group (ASX:BHP), and HUB24 (ASX:HUB) each issued announcements outlining recent performance trends, production milestones, or capital flows. These updates coincided with notable share price movements during the trading session, placing the stocks in focus among investors.

ARB Corporation Reports Half-Year Revenue and Profit Update

ARB Corporation Limited (ASX ARB) released unaudited management accounts for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, reporting total sales revenue of AUD 358.0 million, down 1.0% compared with the prior corresponding period.

Sales to the Australian Aftermarket channel declined 1.7%, influenced by sales timing of key vehicle models and ongoing fitting capacity constraints. Australian OEM channel sales fell 38.2%, reflecting the timing of OEM contracts and model launches, as outlined at the company’s October 2025 AGM. Export sales increased 8.8%, with revenue from the US market rising 26.1%.

ARB expects to report an underlying profit before tax of approximately AUD 58.0 million, excluding one-off items including a AUD 1.3 million property sale gain and AUD 2.2 million in costs related to goodwill impairment following the termination of the Thule distribution agreement. Cash on hand stood at AUD 59.4 million, with no debt, after the payment of ordinary and special dividends totalling AUD 59.3 million.

ARB shares were trading at AUD 28.63, down 11.39% on the day.

BHP Lifts Copper Guidance Amid Production Milestones

BHP Group (ASX:BHP) reported production milestones across several operations, alongside an increase in FY26 copper production guidance. Escondida achieved record concentrator throughput, while Copper SA recorded its highest material mined. WAIO delivered record first-half production and shipments.

Production at BMA rose 2%, and NSW Energy Coal increased 10%. FY26 guidance for Group copper, Escondida, and Antamina was revised higher, while unit cost guidance across assets remained unchanged. Copper price levels were cited as being supported by demand and supply disruptions at competing producers.

BHP shares were trading at AUD 47.85, down 1.85% during the trading session on 20 January 2026.

HUB24 Posts Record Platform Net Inflows

HUB24 Limited (ASX:HUB) reported record platform net inflows of AUD 5.6 billion for Q2 FY26, contributing to AUD 10.7 billion in net inflows for the half-year. Total Funds Under Administration reached AUD 152.3 billion as of 31 December 2025.

Platform FUA rose 29% year-on-year to AUD 127.9 billion, while PARS FUA increased 11% to AUD 24.4 billion. HUB24 also announced progress on an Innovative Lifetime Retirement Solution in partnership with TAL and the development of its myhub platform.

HUB24 shares were trading at AUD 101.37, up 3.23% during the trading session on 20 January 2026.