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The Australian Wealth Advisors Group (AWAG) reported a 46% rise in net profit before tax for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by strong growth in funds under management and strategic joint ventures.

Perennial Investment Management has launched the Ziller Global Fund Active ETF (ASX: ZILR), targeting high-growth global companies led by exceptional founders. The fund aims to deliver absolute returns above the MSCI All Country World Index over a typical five-year horizon.

L1 Global Long Short Fund Limited reports a remarkable half-year turnaround with a 609% jump in net profit, driven by a new investment manager and a refreshed strategy. The company also declares a fully franked interim dividend as it completes a major equity raise and portfolio transition.

DigitalX Limited is launching a strategic investment program with up to A$30 million to diversify beyond Bitcoin accumulation, targeting profitable digital asset infrastructure businesses.

Butn Limited has reported its fifth consecutive half-year of revenue growth, underpinned by a $100 million senior debt facility and expanding platform originations. Despite a statutory loss, the company’s operational momentum and strategic initiatives signal robust growth prospects.

Navigator Global Investments reported a 17% rise in adjusted EBITDA to USD48.2 million for H1 FY26, driven by strong performance fees and asset growth, though full-year earnings face headwinds.

Butn Limited reported a 15% increase in revenue for the half year ended December 2025 but posted a significant loss after tax of $1.85 million, marking a sharp reversal from profit in the prior period.

Praemium Limited reported a robust half-year performance with a 69.5% jump in net profit and a 9.6% rise in funds under administration, completing the OneVue platform transition and acquiring AI specialist Technotia Laboratories.

Pioneer Credit has successfully negotiated a significant 315 basis points cut in the margin on its $55.5 million Medium Term Notes, substantially lowering its funding costs and boosting cash flow.

Liberty Financial Group has reported a robust 12% increase in underlying NPATA to $82.3 million for the half year ending December 2025, supported by record loan originations and a strong balance sheet. The acquisition of Moula is set to accelerate unsecured SME lending, while cost efficiencies and moderating credit risk underpin improved financial metrics.

Cash Converters International Limited reported an 8% rise in half-year revenue to $206.7 million, driven by franchise acquisitions and a shift in lending strategy. Despite a 17% dip in net profit due to one-off costs, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend and reinstated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

McMillan Shakespeare Limited reported a 9.7% rise in statutory net profit for the first half of FY26, driven by strong revenue growth and productivity gains. The company declared a fully franked 62 cent dividend and announced a $10 million on-market share buyback.