Latest Accounting News

Wesfarmers has updated its dividend details, confirming a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 1.02 per share for the half-year ending December 2025, with payment scheduled for March 31, 2026. Shareholders can choose to receive payments in AUD, NZD, or GBP, reflecting the company’s international shareholder base.

Lowell Resources Fund reported a remarkable 63% increase in net asset value for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by a strategic overweight in gold equities and buoyed by soaring commodity prices.

US Masters Residential Property Group reported a $57.3 million net loss for 2025 amid a strategic shift to wind down operations by selling its entire US residential property portfolio by the end of 2026. The Group surpassed its aggressive 2025 sales target, setting the stage for capital returns to security holders.

CVC Limited has finalized the unconditional sale of its Laverton property through a joint venture, forecasting a significant profit and strong cash inflow for FY 2026.

Pengana Global Private Credit Trust reported a robust half-year performance with $7.5 million net profit and a stable NAV of $2.00 per unit, supported by a $69 million capital raise and an 8.9% annual yield. Despite increased market volatility, the Trust’s diversified private credit portfolio remains resilient.

Pengana Private Equity Trust reported a significant decline in half-year profit for the period ending 31 December 2025, yet increased its interim distribution to unitholders. The Trust’s net asset value per unit showed a modest rise despite challenging market conditions.

Bapcor Limited reported a statutory loss of $104.8 million for the first half of FY26, alongside an underlying profit in line with guidance. The company announced a $200 million equity raising to strengthen its balance sheet and fund a strategic turnaround.

RPM Automotive Group Limited has reported a challenging first half of FY2026, with revenue down 11% and a net loss of $1.62 million. The company cites macroeconomic pressures and slower progress on new initiatives as key factors.

Swoop Holdings Limited has reported a net loss for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, with auditors highlighting material uncertainty over the company’s ability to continue as a going concern. The mobile services provider faces operational and financial challenges as it pursues growth in a competitive market.

Shaver Shop Group Limited posted solid first-half results for FY26, with record gross profit margins and steady profit growth underpinned by its private brand Transform-U. The specialty retailer continues to balance growth initiatives with a conservative financial position.

Change Financial has reported a strong first half for FY26 with record revenue growth and its first-ever half-year profit, underpinned by expanding recurring revenues and operational efficiencies.

Ridley Corporation’s half-year results reveal a dramatic profit jump driven by its acquisition of Incitec Pivot Fertilisers Distribution, alongside a healthy dividend increase and solid segment performances.