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Regal Investment Fund reported a sharp 78% drop in operating profit for FY25 but maintained steady performance slightly above the RBA Cash Rate. The fund bolstered its position with a $104 million capital raise and extended its on-market buy-back program through mid-2026.

Metrics Master Income Trust (MXT) has announced a non-underwritten Unit Purchase Plan aiming to raise approximately A$120 million by offering new units to eligible unitholders in Australia and New Zealand.

Aspermont Limited has announced a Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders the chance to buy new shares at a discounted price, aiming to raise up to $1.25 million. The offer opens on September 1 and closes mid-month, with trading expected to start by September 19.

Queste Communications Ltd reported a modest profit for FY25, with consolidated results impacted by investment portfolio losses and strategic asset reclassifications. The company maintained a cautious stance, suspending dividends and executive salaries to manage overheads.

Orion Equities reported a $1.33 million net profit for FY25, down 56% from the prior year, impacted by unrealised losses on key investments and a significant tax benefit reversal. The company’s portfolio remains anchored by stakes in Bentley Capital and Strike Resources.

Steadfast Group reported a robust FY25 with underlying NPAT rising 17.2% to $295.5 million, driven by strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions in the US and UK. The insurer broker continues to invest in technology and international expansion while raising dividends.

Bentley Capital Limited reported a reduced net loss of $878,418 for FY25, driven by unrealised investment losses primarily linked to its significant stake in Strike Resources. The company continues to navigate market volatility and operational hurdles with strategic cost controls and asset sales.

Steadfast Group Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.117 per share for the half-year ending June 2025, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan offering a 2.5% discount.

Steadfast Group Limited reported a robust 47% jump in statutory net profit for FY25, boosted by a significant one-time gain from acquiring Rothbury Group. The company also declared a fully franked final dividend of 11.7 cents per share.

ARC Funds Limited posted a $2.45 million loss for FY2025, driven by strategic investments and increased transaction costs as it expands its funds management platform.

PointsBet Holdings has issued a second supplementary target’s statement reaffirming its unanimous recommendation to accept MIXI Australia’s $1.25 per share cash takeover offer, despite a competing all-scrip bid from betr Entertainment. MIXI’s conditional price increase to $1.30 is unlikely as it cannot secure 90% ownership.

McMillan Shakespeare Limited reported steady FY25 growth with Normalised UNPATA of $103.2 million and an 8.3% dividend yield, underpinned by digital innovation and strategic investments.