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WCM Global Growth Limited (ASX:WQG) has confirmed its fully franked final dividend for Q4 FY2026 at 2.35 cents per share, with a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue price capped by pre-tax net tangible assets per share.

Argo Investments reported a stable $260.2 million profit for FY2026 with fully franked dividends rising to 38.5 cents per share. The LIC maintains a conservative investment approach, low costs, and strong governance as it marks 80 years.

Wilson Asset Management declared a 15.5 cents per share dividend for FY2026 despite a 10.5% portfolio loss, setting a cautious 8.0 cents dividend target for FY2027 amid macroeconomic headwinds.

Cadence Opportunities Fund Limited (ASX: CDO) has launched a Share Purchase Plan allowing eligible shareholders to buy up to $30,000 of shares at $2.21 each, a 3.5% discount to the closing price on 28 August 2026. Participants will receive upcoming fully franked dividends, with the offer closing on 17 September.

Centrepoint Alliance has completed its acquisition of a 51% controlling interest in SEQ Advice Group, initiating a phased ownership with deferred payments linked to future earnings.

The Progress 2021-1 Trust’s A$920 million Class A Floating Rate Notes were suspended from ASX trading after being redeemed, with the Trust set for removal from the official list.

Underwood Capital Limited (ASX:UWC) reported a net profit after tax of $0.193 million for FY2026, with net tangible asset backing per share inching up to 9.46 cents. Despite portfolio improvements and active share buybacks, the stock continues to trade below its net asset value.

Perpetual Limited has updated its dividend announcement to confirm that the default payment method is cash rather than reinvestment, with a 63-cent unfranked dividend for the period ending June 2026.

WT Financial Group (ASX: WTL) has agreed to acquire a 70% stake in TNT Advisor Solutions, a premium Australian paraplanning provider, marking a strategic expansion of its adviser ecosystem. The $2.43 million deal aims to boost TNT's growth while preserving its leadership and service quality.

Australian Unity Limited (ASX:AYU) posted a statutory loss of $155.2 million for FY2026, reflecting regulatory headwinds, transformation costs, and sector disruptions, while advancing its climate risk management and strategic portfolio adjustments.

Computershare delivered solid FY26 results with revenue up 4.6% and management EPS rising 8.6%, supported by growth across core businesses and disciplined cost management. The company increased its final dividend by 29% and outlined CEO pay changes to align with global peers.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings (ASX: ABE) reported a 47% revenue increase to $3.55 million for FY26, cutting its loss after tax by nearly two-thirds to $1.51 million amid ongoing going concern uncertainty.