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Comms Group reported robust FY25 results driven by domestic expansion, including the strategic acquisition of TasmaNet, and strong international growth in its Global and Wholesale division.

SRG Global has landed $650 million worth of contracts spanning water, defence, energy, and more across Australia and New Zealand, reinforcing its position as a diversified infrastructure leader.

HiTech Group Australia has reported its strongest financial year yet in FY25, with solid revenue growth and a robust balance sheet, while facing margin pressures in the first half of FY26 due to government spending shifts.

Abacus Group reported a solid FY25 with modest growth in funds from operations and stable distributions, underpinned by strong leasing activity and a diversified commercial portfolio. The Group also highlighted significant progress in sustainability and reaffirmed its FY26 guidance amid improving market conditions.

Cyclopharm Limited reaffirms its ambitious target of 250–300 US Technegas installations by late 2026, driven by FDA approval, CMS reimbursement, and a growing pipeline of healthcare sites. The company reports record half-year revenue growth, signaling strong momentum in the expanding lung imaging market.

Saunders International reported a challenging FY2025 with profit declines amid operational headwinds but strengthened its Water sector presence through the Aqua Metro acquisition. The company projects a stronger FY2026 backed by a record $4 billion pipeline and improved margins.

Macquarie Group reported a 3% rise in net profit to A$1.655 billion for the half year ended September 2025, driven by strong growth in asset management and capital divisions. The group also extended its A$2 billion share buyback program and declared a solid interim dividend.

Challenger Limited has provided a detailed update on APRA’s proposed capital standards, highlighting enhanced capital strength and strategic growth opportunities in the life insurance sector.

Pepper Money and KKR have agreed to acquire Westpac’s RAMS home loan portfolio, marking a significant move in Australia’s mortgage servicing landscape. The $21.4 billion portfolio acquisition aligns with Pepper Money’s strategy to expand its capital-light servicing business.

Saunders International anticipates a weaker first half in FY26 amid ongoing operational challenges but gains momentum with major contracts and strategic expansion into New South Wales.

Challenger Limited reported a robust 9% rise in normalised net profit after tax to $456 million for FY25, alongside an 11% dividend increase, while welcoming APRA's capital reforms that promise to boost its financial resilience and growth in retirement income products.

Challenger Limited has welcomed APRA’s proposed capital standards for longevity products, highlighting their potential to reduce capital requirements and stimulate growth in Australia’s retirement income sector.