Explosives and chemicals manufacturer Orica has posted a 3 per cent dip in half - year profit to $ 211 million after being affected by reduced demand for its products in the mining sector. (businessnews.com.au)
The prices have also been pushed northwards by a 3 per cent dip in New Zealand dairy production, which accounts for 23 per cent of the global cheese exports. (dairyreporter.com)
Mirrabooka Investments posted a 16 per cent dip in half - year profits as the listed investment company sells down stakes in companies that are becoming expensive. (afr.com)