Latest Financial Services News

Rent.com.au reports strong early success with its RentBond® loan product, doubling loan volumes in September and drawing down a second $1 million tranche from its $10 million funding facility with Eldium.

DigitalX Limited has appointed William Hamilton as General Manager following the resignation of Interim CEO Demetrios Christou, as the company continues its search for a permanent CEO.

NIB Holdings Limited has updated its dividend details, declaring a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.16 per share for the first half of FY2025 and revising the Dividend Reinvestment Plan price to AUD 7.5154.

Australian Unity Limited has successfully expanded its placement of new mutual capital instruments to $160 million, exceeding its initial $100 million target due to strong investor interest. This forms part of a broader equity raising including an upcoming entitlement offer.

AssetOwl Limited has had over $700,000 of debt forgiven by two lenders, significantly reducing its borrowings and strengthening its financial position.

Eildon Capital Group has received an off-market takeover bid from Samuel Asset Management at $0.80 per security. The company’s independent board committee advises securityholders to take no immediate action while they assess the offer.

Computershare Limited has agreed to sell its UK Mortgage Services business to Pepper Advantage, marking a strategic step to streamline operations and enhance earnings quality without altering FY26 profit forecasts.

La Trobe Financial confirms the resolution of regulatory issues as ASIC lifts the Interim Stop Order on its 12 Month Term Account, restoring investor confidence.

Raiz Invest Limited reported robust FY25 results with record active customers and funds under management, underpinned by strategic partnerships and AI-driven innovation. The company projects positive earnings growth for FY26 amid a competitive fintech landscape.

Emu NL has agreed to delay issuing shortfall securities from its entitlement offer until after its extraordinary general meeting on 29 September 2025, following a regulatory undertaking accepted by the Takeovers Panel.

Liberty Group announces a shift to quarterly unfranked distributions, starting with a 7.5 cents per security interim payment for Q3 2025, signaling confidence in its financial stability.

Australian Unity Limited has announced a $120 million equity raising through a pro rata entitlement offer and wholesale placement, underpinning its ongoing transformation and capital management strategy. The company also reported robust FY2025 financial results, highlighting significant revenue growth and improved profitability.