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Harmoney has secured a $15 million revolving debt facility from a major Australian bank, refinancing its previous loan at a significantly lower margin and underpinning future growth.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reveals a strategic acquisition of RACQ Bank’s retail portfolio and outlines a comprehensive AML remediation plan, positioning itself for growth and enhanced operational resilience.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has agreed to acquire RACQ Bank’s retail lending assets and deposits, expanding its customer base and enhancing geographic diversity. The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings and align with the bank’s 2030 return targets.

Cash Converters has completed a $37.1 million acquisition of 29 franchise stores across Australia’s East Coast, aiming to boost earnings and operational efficiency from year one.

Queste Communications reported a slight net cash outflow from operations in November 2025 but maintains robust liquidity supported by a substantial loan facility and liquid ASX-listed investments.

Microequities Asset Management Group delivered a robust November trading update, driven by strong returns in its Pure Microcap Value Fund and a final performance payment from a special purpose vehicle, pushing half-year profits above last year’s level.

QuickFee Limited has completed a $28.5 million capital return following the sale of its US Pay Now and Connect businesses, while updating its dividend policy to target regular shareholder cash distributions starting in FY26.

Ryder Capital Limited has announced an on-market buy-back program targeting up to 7.56 million ordinary shares, signaling a strategic move in capital management starting December 2025.

Evolution Trustees Limited announces the final distribution for Seed Financial Income Fund Active ETF (ASX, SFIF) for the period ending 30 November 2025, including key dates and reinvestment plan details.

JPMorgan Asset Management has announced updated cash distribution amounts for December 2025 across four of its Equity Premium Income ETFs, offering investors a clear timetable and participation details for reinvestment.

L1 Global Long Short Fund Limited is raising up to AUD 415 million through a pro-rata entitlement offer to support its transition to L1 Capital's Global Long Short Strategy, following a management change and portfolio overhaul.

L1 Global Long Short Fund Limited has announced a $415 million non-renounceable entitlement offer alongside a strategic shift under new management. The capital raise supports the transition to the L1 Global Long Short Strategy following a portfolio monetisation.