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HALO Technologies reports a significantly improved half-year net loss and secures verbal FCA approval for its UK platform, while preparing to launch Managed Funds in Australia.

Halo Technologies Holdings Ltd reported a $6.06 million half-year loss, narrowing from last year’s $8.04 million, while preparing an $11 million rights issue to bolster its finances amid auditor concerns over asset valuations.

Excelsior Capital reported a sharp fall in net profit after tax for FY25 despite a 74% rise in investment income, reflecting the absence of last year’s one-off asset sale gain. The company declared a higher fully franked final dividend, signalling confidence in its portfolio.

Stakk Limited reports a striking 158% year-over-year revenue increase in FY25, driven by its Embedded Finance solutions and strategic partnerships. The company’s pivot from B2C to B2B signals a focused growth trajectory into FY26.

Clime Investment Management Limited has reported a significant turnaround in FY25, returning to profitability with a 13% revenue increase and proposing a fully franked final dividend. The company expanded its business lines and strengthened its leadership team, setting a positive outlook for FY26.

AIMS Property Securities Fund (APW) reported a remarkable financial year ending June 2025, with net income and revenue more than doubling and net tangible assets per unit rising 31.8%. The fund’s conservative, debt-free approach and diversified portfolio helped it outperform the broader market despite ongoing distribution suspensions.

Finexia Financial Group has restated its FY24 financials due to a material error in expense accruals and reduced the value of its Stayco investment by $4 million following an external valuation review.

The Takeovers Panel has declined to intervene in PointsBet’s issuance of over 10 million new shares during a fierce takeover contest, affirming the board’s discretion amid competing bids from betr and MIXI Australia.

Acorn Capital Investment Fund Limited reported a robust FY25 with a $9.67 million profit after tax, a significant leap from $1.77 million the prior year, while delivering a 15.1% portfolio return that outperformed its benchmark.

Finexia Financial Group reported a significant net loss of $3.13 million for FY25, even as revenue jumped 59% to $23.8 million. The company also restated prior year results following accounting corrections.

Equity Story Group reported a 9.1% revenue increase driven by its Securities division and reduced its net loss by 14.5% for FY2025. However, the company’s net liabilities grew and cash reserves sharply declined, raising questions about its financial footing.

Assetora Limited reports a dramatic 54% reduction in net losses and strengthens its balance sheet, setting the stage for growth with the reopening of the DomaCom Fund.