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ARC Funds Limited (ASX: ARC) has entered a conditional agreement to acquire a 25% minority equity interest in Ausbiz Group Pty Ltd by issuing over 8 million shares to Ausbiz shareholders, subject to customary conditions including shareholder approval.

Bank of Queensland (ASX: BOQ) has announced a strategic capital partnership with Challenger Limited (ASX: CGF), involving a $3.7 billion whole-of-loan sale and a forward flow arrangement for equipment finance assets. The deal aims to optimise BOQ’s funding base, support SME equipment finance growth, and enable capital returns to shareholders.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited has announced the final distribution amounts for 11 ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA Market for the quarter ending 31 March 2026, detailing franking percentages and dividend reinvestment prices.

Schaffer Corporation Limited (ASX:SFC) has closed its prior on-market share buy-back program that ended on 30 June 2025 and announced the commencement of a new buy-back, with further details pending.

BNK Banking Corporation announces the planned departure of CEO Allan Savins, with CFO Steve Kinsella stepping in as interim CEO from April 2026. The leadership transition marks a pivotal moment for the bank amid its ongoing growth and turnaround.

InvestSMART Group Limited has announced an on-market buy-back of up to 7 million ordinary shares, set to commence in April 2026 and run for a year. This move signals a strategic capital management effort without requiring shareholder approval.

Microequities Asset Management Group reports a significant decline in Funds Under Management due to global market volatility but maintains strong profitability and liquidity.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has announced increased fully franked monthly dividends for Q2 2026, reflecting robust portfolio performance since its April 2025 IPO. The diversified investment strategy combining Australian equities and investment grade corporate debt has outperformed its benchmark by 6%, delivering both income growth and reduced volatility.

Fiducian Group Limited has responded to a sharp share price drop by denying any undisclosed information and downplaying the impact of new APRA licence conditions on its operations.

Following ASIC's final inquiry report, ASX unveils a comprehensive transformation plan focusing on governance, leadership, and risk management, alongside a significant capital charge.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue prices for 30 of its ETFs for the March 2026 distribution period, with elections due by 7 April and unit issuance scheduled for 20 April.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue prices for its Australian High Interest Cash ETF and Cash Plus Active ETF for the March 2026 distribution period. Investors must submit DRP elections by 7 April 2026, with unit issuance scheduled for 13 April.