Latest Accounting News

National Australia Bank posted a 0.8% rise in cash earnings for 1H25, underpinned by profit growth and lower credit impairments amid a cautious economic outlook. The bank advances its strategy focused on customer experience and technology modernization while maintaining strong capital and liquidity positions.

ReNu Energy Limited has received conditional approval from the ASX to reinstate its listing, contingent on completing a significant capital raise and meeting key regulatory requirements. The company will also rebrand as Janus Electric Holdings as part of its refreshed market strategy.

Magellan Financial Group’s assets under management fell to A$38.5 billion in April, reflecting $1 billion in net outflows, even as it expanded its portfolio with a new Vinva fund.

Sigma Healthcare’s recent merger with Chemist Warehouse Group is delivering strong earnings growth, with Normalised EBIT rising 36% in the first half of FY25. Transaction costs remain significant but the combined group’s outlook appears robust.

NEXTDC reports a significant 30% jump in contracted utilisation to 228MW, driven by strong AI deployments in Victoria, prompting a $100 million increase in FY25 capital expenditure guidance.

Austal Limited has announced a record-breaking $14.2 billion order book, underpinned by strong US and Australian defence contracts, and raised its FY2025 EBIT guidance to at least $80 million.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced an estimated cash distribution of 32.099015 cents per unit for its iShares Core Cash ETF (BILL), with key dates scheduled throughout May 2025.

Epsilon Healthcare reports ongoing operational challenges post-voluntary administration while unveiling a new pharmacy subsidiary aimed at diversifying revenue streams and rebuilding market confidence.

Papyrus Australia has issued a revised Appendix 4C for the March 2025 quarter, correcting the treatment of $527k in R&D expenditure previously reported as cash payments. This adjustment also impacts prior monthly and quarterly cash flow reports dating back to November 2024.

Citigold Corporation Limited has faced intense ASX scrutiny following an adverse auditor opinion on its half-year financials, centering on a $20 million impairment of exploration assets. The company defends its valuation approach despite funding uncertainties and regulatory questions.

Felix Gold Limited has successfully raised $17 million through a two-tranche placement, bolstering its cash reserves to advance exploration and development in Alaska’s prolific Fairbanks Gold District.

Excite Technology Services has raised $2.8 million through a placement to accelerate growth in cybersecurity services and training, including investment in its flagship Nangu Tactical Centre.