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Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported an 11% rise in customers and a 6.6% increase in deposits for FY25, while statutory earnings were weighed down by a significant goodwill impairment charge.

Qube Holdings Limited reported robust FY25 underlying revenue growth of 27%, driven by strong performances in its Logistics & Infrastructure and Ports & Bulk divisions, while declaring a 71% increase in full-year dividends. Despite challenges including industrial action and weather disruptions, Qube expects continued earnings growth in FY26 supported by strategic acquisitions and operational resilience.

Duxton Farms has received Foreign Investment Review Board approval for its strategic merger and updated its timetable for key shareholder and court approvals, alongside a $4.55 million capital raise.

Elders Limited faces a regulatory delay from the ACCC on its acquisition of Delta Agribusiness but remains optimistic about the deal's benefits and completion timeline.

Sprintex has advanced a promising trial with a major Dutch agribusiness, potentially unlocking €4.8 million in sales, while also securing a significant private-label contract in China’s booming aquaculture sector.

Australian Vintage Ltd is accelerating its inventory reduction by exiting the Millewa Vineyard lease early, unlocking over $8 million in net cash flow benefits and reshaping its grape sourcing strategy.

SunRice reported a slight decline in FY25 revenue to $1.85 billion but achieved improved profitability, driven by strategic acquisitions and operational efficiencies. The company is investing in sustainability and capacity upgrades as it pursues its 2030 Growth Strategy.

SunRice Group reported a 4% rise in net profit for FY25 alongside an 8% dividend increase, navigating inflation and currency volatility with strategic growth initiatives.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited reaffirmed its FY25 guidance at its 2025 Investor Day, highlighting strong lending growth, a maturing technology platform, and a focused strategy to optimize its SME banking model.

The ACCC has issued a preliminary Statement of Issues regarding Elders Limited’s proposed acquisition of Delta Agribusiness, signaling potential competition challenges that could affect the deal’s timeline.

The ACCC has raised preliminary concerns that Elders’ proposed acquisition of Delta Agribusiness could reduce competition in rural merchandise supply across key Australian regions, potentially impacting prices and service quality.

Sprintex has commissioned an upgraded manure processing system with Mest Water, setting the stage for a major trial at Van Drie Group farms that could unlock A$8.4 million in revenue. The company is also expanding its market reach with a new mobile system targeting smaller farms amid tightening EU ammonia regulations.