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Equity Trustees Superannuation Limited (ETSL) will contest ASIC's Federal Court civil proceedings related to the First Guardian Master Fund, where member losses total around $70 million. The trustee insists it acted within its fiduciary duties amid ongoing liquidation efforts.

Findi Limited lowers its FY26 operating revenue and EBITDA guidance, citing integration costs and funding delays, but reports operational improvements following a $25 million equity raise and appoints a new Chief Commercial Officer.

L1 Long Short Fund Limited (ASX:LSF) has declared a fully franked 3.7 cent dividend, continuing a trend of rising payouts amid a standout 44.7% net return over the past year, significantly outperforming the ASX200AI benchmark.

Novatti has successfully integrated Alipay into UNSW’s student payments portal, generating $33.6 million in transactions and $0.5 million in revenue by April 2026, positioning the company for broader expansion in the education sector.

Turners Automotive Group has posted a record $63.2 million normalised NPBT for FY26, advancing its $65 million NPBT target to FY27 and setting sights on $100 million by FY31 amid solid finance and retail momentum.

WAM Strategic Value Limited updates its fully franked interim dividend details for FY2026, confirming a 3.25 cent per share payout and clarifying its Dividend Reinvestment Plan pricing and mechanics.

InvestSMART Group Limited (ASX:INV) has agreed to sell its Intelligent Investor business and management rights to four ETFs to Teaminvest Private Group Limited (ASX:TIP) for $16 million, aiming to sharpen its focus on digital advice and wealth platforms.

Plenti Group Limited (ASX:PLT) has smashed its $3 billion loan portfolio target two months ahead of schedule, delivering a 117% surge in cash profit before tax to $30.8 million for FY26. The fintech lender’s growth was fuelled by record loan originations, robust credit performance, and strategic technology investments.

Smartgroup posted robust 2025 results with record customer growth and accelerated EV leasing, backed by strategic digital investments and a $20 million share buy-back plan following fleet portfolio sales.

Alternative Investment Trust (ASX: AIQ) is set to raise approximately A$10.2 million through a placement of 7.39 million units priced at A$1.38, matching its adjusted net tangible asset value. The capital will bolster AIQ’s exposure to the WSS Master Fund and other investments.

Argo Global Listed Infrastructure Limited offers eligible shareholders a chance to buy up to $30,000 in discounted shares via its first Share Purchase Plan since 2022, aiming to fund further global infrastructure investments.

Klevo Rewards is pursuing an Australian Credit Licence acquisition to enable crypto-centric credit products for Fly Wallet users, aiming to reduce declined transactions and boost platform utility.