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Samuel Terry Asset Management has launched an off-market takeover offer for all Eildon Capital Group stapled securities at A$0.80 per security, representing a notable premium over recent trading prices. The move aims to consolidate ownership and potentially delist Eildon Capital from the ASX.

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.

Keybridge Capital has secured an extension of its bridge funding facility with WAM Active until late November 2025, maintaining current terms to support its ongoing recapitalisation efforts.

MA Financial Group has completed its acquisition of IP Generation, issuing over 11 million shares upfront and setting a $10.4 million deferred payment split between cash and shares.

Ryder Capital Limited reports a striking 12.75% preliminary gain in its investment portfolio for August 2025, lifting its pre-tax net tangible assets per share to $1.964 before dividend payout.

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.

Excelsior Capital reported a sharp fall in net profit after tax for FY25 despite a 74% rise in investment income, reflecting the absence of last year’s one-off asset sale gain. The company declared a higher fully franked final dividend, signalling confidence in its portfolio.

Clime Investment Management Limited has reported a significant turnaround in FY25, returning to profitability with a 13% revenue increase and proposing a fully franked final dividend. The company expanded its business lines and strengthened its leadership team, setting a positive outlook for FY26.

Finexia Financial Group has restated its FY24 financials due to a material error in expense accruals and reduced the value of its Stayco investment by $4 million following an external valuation review.

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.

Regal Asian Investments has commenced on-market share purchases to satisfy its Dividend Reinvestment Plan, pricing shares at or below its recent net tangible asset value of $2.54. This move signals a strategic approach to capital management amid evolving portfolio stewardship.

Hearts and Minds Investments (HM1) reported a stellar 25.5% pre-tax portfolio return for FY25, outperforming global benchmarks and announcing a raised fully franked dividend of 9.0 cents per share with plans for continued increases.