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Macquarie Group reported a 5% rise in full-year net profit to A$3.715 billion for FY25, driven by growth across its diversified businesses and a solid capital position. The group’s assets under management reached A$941 billion, supported by strong home loan and deposit growth.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited is progressing its development of two novel insecticidal compounds, Qcide and Flavocide, targeting major global markets with strong commercial validation and significant US Department of Defense funding.

ABx Group has discovered a new rare earth element province 52 km east of its Deep Leads resource in northern Tasmania, revealing exceptionally high grades of terbium and dysprosium critical for advanced technologies. This discovery aligns with shifting global supply dynamics amid US incentives and Chinese export restrictions.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited has raised $2.1 million through a placement and launched a Share Purchase Plan to fund critical safety studies for its flagship insecticide Flavocide®, alongside development of Qcide and strategic initiatives.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a slight 1% decline in net profit to $3.3 billion for the first half of 2025, while business and institutional lending grew robustly. The bank maintained a solid capital position and announced a fully franked interim dividend of 76 cents per share.

Qube Holdings reconfirms at least 5% underlying earnings growth for FY25 despite recent weather disruptions, completes the MIRRAT acquisition, and updates on a significant ownership change in its Patrick joint venture.

Wide Open Agriculture Limited has clarified that its recently signed offtake and distribution agreement with Univar Solutions China carries no immediate financial impact, outlining a phased market entry and sales timeline.

Memphasys Limited has completed a pivotal Phase III trial confirming its Felix™ System as best-in-class for sperm separation, while advancing regulatory and commercial efforts in China and Brazil supported by fresh capital.

Po Valley Energy delivered steady gas output from its Podere Maiar-1 well in Q1 2025 while progressing multi-well drilling applications and a 3D geophysical survey in Italy. The company maintains robust cashflow and a solid financial position as it awaits key regulatory approvals.

Environmental Clean Technologies Limited has commissioned batch-scale granulation equipment and produced its first 12 tonnes of COLDry Fertiliser, while securing $1.75 million in capital through placements and convertible notes to support ongoing project financing.

New Zealand Coastal Seafoods Limited has expanded its operational footprint and financial base by acquiring the 387-ton fishing vessel MV Bluefin, raising $666,000 through convertible notes, and securing a cornerstone investor. These moves position the company for increased production and strategic growth in the Coral Sea Fishery.

Terragen Holdings has launched its new probiotic products for ruminants, initiated multiple key trials including methane mitigation and crop yield studies, and secured a US patent allowance, positioning itself for global market expansion.