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Big moves came from consumer fintech names as investors quickly re-priced growth, losses, and capital needs. A capital-raise week also split the market: some raisings steadied prices, others triggered fresh selling.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a robust 2025 performance with a 12% rise in statutory profit before tax and upgraded its 2026 guidance, underpinned by strong loan growth and digital innovation. The Group also announced significant shareholder returns totalling £3.9 billion, including dividends and a share buyback programme.

Bank of Queensland has appointed Rod Finch as its new CEO, marking a leadership transition aimed at continuing its strategic transformation and operational improvements.

Banco Santander has launched A$550 million of fixed rate senior notes due in 2031, exclusively aimed at professional and eligible counterparties under MiFID II regulations. The notes will be listed on the ASX and carry investment-grade ratings.

Judo Capital Holdings reports robust loan book expansion reaching $13.4 billion by December 2025, reaffirming its FY26 growth and profit targets amid strong SME demand.

Westpac Banking Corporation has announced a fully franked distribution of AUD 1.1789 per Westpac Capital Notes 10 for the quarter ending March 2026, reflecting a 4.78% annualised yield based on current market rates.

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ) has announced a quarterly distribution of AUD 1.2013 per security on its CAP NOTE AN3PK, payable in March 2026. The payment is 70% franked and subject to standard conditions and ANZ’s discretion.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has been hit with a $50 million operational risk capital charge by APRA, while AUSTRAC launches an enforcement investigation into serious AML/CTF breaches. The bank commits to intensifying risk management efforts amid regulatory scrutiny.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked quarterly dividend of AUD 1.1585 per security on its PERLS XVI capital notes, scheduled for payment in March 2026.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked quarterly dividend of AUD 1.1326 per security on its PERLS XV capital notes, payable in March 2026.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.1154 per security for its PERLS XIV capital notes, payable in March 2026.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked dividend of AUD 1.1154 per security on its PERLS XIII hybrid notes, scheduled for payment in March 2026.