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The ACCC has raised preliminary concerns that IAG’s proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance in Western Australia could reduce competition, potentially leading to higher premiums and limited repair service access for rivals.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has declared a fully franked dividend for September, reflecting robust portfolio growth since its April 2025 launch. The investment portfolio has outperformed benchmarks, positioning the company well for its income return targets.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia has updated details for its six-month dividend, confirming a fully franked payout of AUD 2.60 per share with multi-currency payment options and a Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Fat Prophets Global Contrarian Fund Ltd has reported a robust 56% increase in net profit for the year ended 30 June 2025, driven by strong investment returns and a leveraged global equity portfolio. The company also declared a fully franked special dividend, reflecting confidence in its ongoing performance.

Duxton Water Limited reported a remarkable 197% increase in net profit after tax for the half-year ending June 2025, alongside a fully franked dividend and a rise in net asset value per share.

Pengana Private Equity Trust reported a robust FY25 with a 7.6% NAV increase and a strong net profit of $50 million, underpinned by a diversified global private equity portfolio and a strategic buyback program.

Staude Capital Global Value Fund Limited reported a 21% increase in net profit after tax for FY2025, driven by strong portfolio returns and a successful discount capture strategy. The company also declared a fully franked final dividend of 3.3 cents per share and completed a $16.9 million wholesale placement.

NobleOak Life Limited reported a robust 20% growth in in-force premiums and a 22% rise in underlying profit for FY25, surpassing guidance and setting a clear path to $1 billion in-force premium. Strategic partnerships, acquisitions, and product innovation underpin its strong outlook for FY26.

NobleOak Life Limited reported a robust 22% increase in underlying net profit after tax for FY25, driven by strong premium growth and expanding market share. Despite a statutory profit dip due to one-off costs, the insurer plans to reinvest cash flows to fuel future growth and transition to a Life Company structure.

Steadfast Group has reported a robust 17.2% increase in underlying net profit after tax for FY25, alongside a 14% rise in its fully franked final dividend, underpinned by both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

BNK Banking Corporation Limited has reported a significant turnaround in its FY25 financial results, driven by margin expansion and a robust capital position. The bank’s strategic portfolio reshaping and disciplined cost management underpin its improved profitability and outlook.

Future Generation Global Limited has reported a 20.8% increase in its investment portfolio over the past year, prompting a boost in its fully franked interim dividend to 4.0 cents per share. This performance outpaces global market averages and underscores the company's sustainable investment approach.