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InvestSMART Group Ltd reports a solid half-year performance with funds under management reaching $750 million and a growing subscriber base, while outlining plans to enhance its digital wealth platform with AI and new services.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited has announced estimated distributions for three ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA Market for the period ending 28 February 2026, providing key dates and dividend reinvestment plan eligibility.

Bell Financial Group delivered a robust 17.1% rise in net profit after tax to $36 million for 2025, driven by strong growth in its Platforms division and a rebound in market activity. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 6.5 cents per share, signalling confidence as it prepares to launch a new wealth management platform in 2026.

Solvar Limited reported a 5.8% rise in half-year NPAT to $20 million, driven by the sale of its New Zealand written-off loan book and expanded debt facilities. The company also announced a special dividend and outlined growth plans in commercial lending.

Solvar Limited reported a 5.8% rise in net profit for the half year ending December 2025, driven by strategic asset sales and expanded funding facilities. The company declared both interim and special dividends, signalling confidence despite ongoing regulatory challenges.

Hearts and Minds Investments Limited reported a dramatic 97% drop in half-year comprehensive income to $3 million, with a largely flat investment portfolio and a significant write-down of Corporate Travel Management shares. Despite this, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.5 cents per share.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings Limited (ABE) has had its trading suspension lifted immediately following a capital raising announcement, signaling renewed investor engagement.

Magellan Financial Group has reported a 5% rise in operating earnings per share and a striking 50% increase in its fully franked interim dividend, underpinned by strong contributions from strategic partnerships and disciplined capital management.

Magellan Financial Group reported a 27% drop in statutory net profit but maintained stable operating profit and increased earnings per share by 5%, supported by ongoing share buybacks. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend up 50%, reflecting confidence despite investment performance challenges.

Pioneer Credit has reported a robust first half for FY26, more than doubling its net profit and upgrading its full-year earnings guidance to at least $20 million.

Netwealth Group Limited has reported a robust first half of FY26, with record funds under administration and a significant increase in dividends, underpinned by strong inflows and strategic technology investments.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings has completed a $982,071 private placement, attracting new international and domestic investors to support its growth strategy.