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Tabcorp Holdings posted modest revenue growth and a sharp rise in net profit for FY26, while unveiling a major acquisition to accelerate its wagering technology transformation.

FleetPartners has received a fresh non-binding offer from a Sumitomo-led consortium valuing the company at $3.85 per share, joining a competitive field of bidders vying for control.

Netwealth Group posted record FY26 revenue of $391 million, up 21%, with adjusted net profit rising 16.2% to $135.4 million after excluding $105 million in First Guardian compensation. The company declared a fully franked 21-cent final dividend, maintaining a 9.1% increase in total dividends.

HMC Capital reported a statutory loss of $111.6 million for FY26 amid significant fair value losses, yet delivered operating earnings close to guidance and maintained its dividend. The group’s strategic partnerships and capital recycling position it for a 16% rise in underlying earnings in FY27.

Count Limited (ASX:CUP) reported a 71% jump in net profit to $15.2 million for FY2026, driven by strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions including the completion of Oracle Group. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 3 cents, lifting total dividends to 5 cents per share.

Centrepoint Alliance has acquired a 51% controlling interest in SEQ Advice Group, targeting an initial $0.6 million EBITDA boost and a path to $1.9 million by FY31 through increased ownership.

London City Equities delivered a remarkable 1460% jump in profit after tax for FY2026, driven by key asset sales and liquidation gains, while maintaining a cautious investment stance and confirming a steady dividend payout.

Wisr Limited has reported its inaugural full-year Cash NPAT profit of $1.0 million for FY26, driven by a 65% surge in loan originations and a 32% expansion in its loan book, surpassing $1 billion for the first time.

Complii FinTech Solutions expanded into institutional markets with a major contract, raised $2 million via convertible notes, and facilitated $22.48 billion capital raising on its platform in FY26.

Steadfast Group delivered double-digit underlying EBITA growth in FY26 alongside a recommended $6 per share acquisition offer, reflecting a premium of nearly 52%. The insurer broker network continues to expand, supported by technology upgrades and international acquisitions.

humm Group reports a 60% drop in FY26 net profit after tax to $15.7 million, weighed down by irregular legal expenses and credit impairments, while declaring a final dividend and completing major board renewal.

The Takeovers Panel has opted not to pursue proceedings over allegations of undisclosed share ownership and associations in GWR Group, referring unresolved concerns to ASIC for further scrutiny.