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NobleOak Life Limited has increased its stamp duty provision to $6.5 million following a dispute with the Victorian State Revenue Office over exemption eligibility, prompting pricing changes and ongoing regulatory engagement.

Australian Ethical reported a slight 1% decline in funds under management to $14.08 billion for December 2025, balancing positive retail flows against institutional mandate losses and market headwinds.

Global Masters Fund Limited reports steady convertible note activity and a robust loan-to-value ratio of 9.36% for the December 2025 quarter, underscoring its solid financial footing.

Flagship Investments Limited has confirmed stable financial metrics for its convertible notes in the December 2025 quarter, maintaining a conservative loan-to-value ratio and full compliance with regulatory requirements.

ECP Emerging Growth Limited has reported steady financial health for its convertible notes, maintaining a 28.03% loan-to-value ratio and full compliance with regulatory requirements for the quarter ending December 2025.

Findi Limited has landed a significant pre-IPO investment from Nova Global Opportunities Fund PCC, setting the stage for its Indian subsidiary’s planned listing on the Bombay Stock Exchange by FY27. This deal supports a Findi share price target between $5.58 and $6.69.

Mirrabooka Investments reported a 93.6% jump in half-year profit to $8.9 million, maintaining its fully franked dividend despite portfolio returns trailing the small and mid-cap benchmark.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) prices for several Australian-domiciled iShares ETFs for the December 2025 distribution period, providing key details for investors opting into reinvestment.

London City Equities reveals a strong half-year performance with an 18% rise in investment portfolio values and a favourable legal development involving Excelsior Capital. The company anticipates increased liquidity and is actively seeking new long-term investments.

Imperial Pacific reports a robust 17% increase in portfolio value for the half year ending December 2025, driven by gains in London City’s holdings and the strategic liquidation of Excelsior Capital. The company also paid a fully franked 7 cent dividend, signalling confidence despite pending audit reviews.

Aland Equity Group Limited has responded to an ASX price query following a sharp rise in its share price and trading volume, confirming no undisclosed information explains the recent market activity.

Findi Limited secures a strategic A$72 million investment from Nova Global in its Indian subsidiary, Transaction Solutions International, positioning TSI for a strong IPO later this year.