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National Australia Bank has updated its dividend distribution details, confirming an 85-cent fully franked payout and finalising Dividend Reinvestment and Bonus Security Plan prices at $40.45 per share.

MyState Limited has reached a pivotal merger milestone by consolidating Auswide Bank under its single banking licence, aiming to unlock significant cost synergies while maintaining customer continuity.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has revealed systemic deficiencies in its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing controls following a Deloitte investigation, committing to comprehensive remediation efforts.

Moody’s has upgraded Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s long-term credit rating to A3, citing strong asset quality and liquidity. The outlook shifts to stable, reflecting confidence tempered with caution.

Bank of Queensland Limited has announced a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.3006 per Capital Note security, payable in February 2026. This reflects the bank’s ongoing commitment to rewarding investors amid stable market conditions.

Bank of Queensland has updated its dividend details, confirming a fully franked 20-cent payout for the half-year ending August 2025, alongside a refined Dividend Reinvestment Plan price and currency options for shareholders.

Virgin Money UK, trading as Clydesdale Bank, has applied to the High Court for approval to transfer its entire banking business to Nationwide Building Society, pending a February 2026 hearing.

National Australia Bank updates its dividend details, confirming a fully franked payout of AUD 0.85 per share for the half-year ending September 2025, with flexible currency payment options for shareholders.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported steady cash earnings in 1Q26, supported by improved net interest margins and deposit mix, while residential lending contracted amid competitive pressures. Strategic technology rollouts promise growth in the second half.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s latest Basel III disclosures reveal a slight dip in capital ratios offset by improved liquidity and funding stability for the quarter ended September 2025.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 33 basis point increase in its CET1 capital ratio for Q3 2025, driven by earnings growth despite a rise in risk-weighted assets. Liquidity and leverage metrics remain robust, underscoring the bank's resilient capital position.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 2% increase in cash NPAT to approximately $2.6 billion for 1Q26, supported by lending and deposit growth despite margin pressures and rising expenses.