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Count Limited reports robust FY25 financial results driven by successful acquisitions and organic growth, with promising momentum continuing into FY26. The company’s integrated accounting and wealth services model positions it well amid demographic and market trends.

Count Limited reported robust FY2025 growth with funds under management surpassing $5.1 billion and increased dividends, while advancing its acquisition strategy and embracing AI-driven efficiencies.

AUB Group has approved EQT's partnership with CVC Asia Pacific to jointly pursue a $45 per share acquisition, extending exclusivity to December 4 as due diligence continues.

8I Holdings Limited has reported a remarkable 255% surge in net profit for the half-year ending September 2025, yet it has chosen not to declare any dividends. Investors are left weighing strong gains against cautious capital management.

Perpetual Credit Income Trust (PCI) has announced a $267 million entitlement offer priced at a 9.1% discount, aiming to bolster its investment capacity. The offer includes a shortfall facility and top-up options for eligible unitholders and wholesale investors.

ANZ reported a 10% decline in statutory profit for FY2025, impacted by significant regulatory and restructuring charges, while reaffirming its ANZ 2030 strategy and maintaining a strong capital position.

ANZ Group Holdings reported a 10% decline in cash profit for FY2025 despite an 8% rise in operating income, maintaining its dividend amid significant restructuring and regulatory costs.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced confirmed cash distributions for three Australian iShares ETFs, with payments scheduled for 19 November 2025. Investors are reminded to update bank details and complete tax certifications ahead of the payment date.

Wisr Limited has announced an $11.4 million equity raise alongside an upgraded FY26 outlook and a non-binding term sheet to refinance its debt at lower interest rates, positioning the fintech lender for profitability in the second half of FY26.

Solvar Limited has secured a new $487 million warehouse facility and resized an existing $270 million facility, boosting its total funding capacity to around $900 million and reducing its cost of funds.

DigitalX Limited has increased its Bitcoin exposure to 504 BTC and invested nearly A$5 million into a yield-focused fund, navigating October's volatile crypto markets with a balanced strategy.

EQT has reaffirmed its intention to acquire AUB Group at $45 per share, extending its exclusivity period for due diligence by two weeks. While the proposal remains non-binding, this development keeps acquisition talks firmly on the table.