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Earlypay has slashed its shares on issue by 17.6% through a $9.3 million buyback while eliminating corporate debt, and now projects its Funds In Use will hit a three-year high by June 2026.

Humm Group reported a 5.1% rise in average assets under management to $5.4 billion in 3Q26, despite lower loan originations and ongoing corporate irregular costs. Credit quality remains stable as the company navigates macroeconomic headwinds and strategic product transitions.

The ACCC has given the green light for Zurich’s acquisition of ClearView, clearing a major regulatory hurdle. With board and Crescent Capital Partners backing the deal, the transaction edges closer to completion, pending further approvals.

ASX has appointed Anthony Attia as its next Managing Director and CEO, bringing nearly 30 years of global exchange experience to guide the company through its ongoing transformation.

Klevo Rewards reports a 164% year-on-year jump in Fly Wallet’s processed Gross Dollar Value to $344 million, driven by international transactions. The company sees a $15.2 million opportunity to recapture missed revenue from declined payments due to insufficient funds.

WCM Global Growth Limited has raised its fully franked quarterly dividend to 2.21 cents per share for Q3 FY2026, signaling a progressive dividend policy with planned increases through to March 2027, backed by strong long-term portfolio performance.

Sequoia Financial Group has pushed back its interim dividend payment to 3 June 2026, citing ongoing Federal Court proceedings triggered by ASIC over the contested sale of its InterPrac subsidiary.

Marlin Global delivered a 4.0% gross portfolio return in April 2026, driven by strong gains in AI-focused tech stocks like Amazon and Alphabet. However, its cautious stance on semiconductors limited upside amid a sector rally.

Barramundi Limited outperformed the S&P/ASX200 in April with a 4.4% gross return, boosted by NEXT DC’s landmark data centre deal and capital raise, while healthcare stocks faced headwinds from Cochlear’s profit downgrade.

GQG Partners reported a modest rise in funds under management to USD 166.9 billion at the end of April 2026, driven by strong investment returns that offset ongoing net client withdrawals. The firm also declared a quarterly dividend consistent with its recent payout policy.

MFF Capital Investments declared a 10-cent fully franked interim dividend for December 2025, with plans to raise it to 11 cents by June 2026. The firm highlights disciplined capital allocation and expands global equities research through its Montaka acquisition.

Accordant Group has closed its pro rata renounceable rights offer, securing NZD 5 million and increasing the Hull Family Trust's voting stake to nearly 65%.