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ANZ is executing a $248 million on-market share buyback via UBS to neutralise shares issued under its Dividend Reinvestment Plan for the 2026 interim dividend, with a 12-day pricing period ending 1 June 2026.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a steady cash profit of around $2.7 billion in 3Q26, balancing disciplined lending growth and cautious provisioning amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

National Australia Bank has updated its dividend details for the half-year ending March 2026, maintaining an 85 cent fully franked payout and expanding currency payment options to include AUD, GBP, NZD, and USD.

Macquarie Bank Limited has posted a robust FY2026 result, with net profit attributable to ordinary equity holders soaring 74% to AUD 6.011 billion, underpinned by strong performances in its Banking and Financial Services and Commodities and Global Markets divisions.

Judo Bank’s Q3 results show solid lending expansion, stable credit quality amid economic uncertainty, and reaffirmed FY26 guidance with a healthy capital buffer.

Westpac Banking Corporation posted a statutory net profit of AUD 3.414 billion for the half year ended March 2026, marking a 3% increase on the prior corresponding period despite a 5% decline from the previous half. The bank maintained a strong capital position and declared a fully franked interim dividend of 77 cents per share.

National Australia Bank’s half year to March 2026 saw revenue climb 8.7% to $11.16 billion while net profit dropped 19.3%, hit by a $949 million accelerated software amortisation. Excluding this, cash earnings edged 2.3% higher, underpinned by strong business banking growth and cautious credit provisioning amid geopolitical uncertainty.

Bank of Queensland has finalised the sale of its equipment finance portfolio to Challenger for $3.62 billion, marking a pivotal step in its strategic transformation. The transaction sets the stage for potential shareholder returns through a buyback and special dividend, pending approvals.

Kina Securities has successfully closed an oversubscribed PGK 235 million subordinated bond, set to list on the PNGX Debt Market on 6 May 2026, offering a fixed 7.55% coupon over ten years.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited posted a 14% rise in cash profit for 1H26 to AUD 3.78 billion, driven by cost reductions and steady revenue, while declaring an 83-cent interim dividend with 75% franking.

Judo Bank reported solid Q3 lending growth and stable asset quality, maintaining its FY26 profit before tax guidance between $180m and $190m despite increasing credit loss provisions due to economic uncertainty.

Heartland Group Holdings Limited maintains its FY2026 guidance, reporting expanded net interest margins and improved asset quality in 3Q2026, while navigating geopolitical uncertainties affecting New Zealand and Australian markets.