Latest Annuities News

Saunders International has agreed to acquire Aqua Metro for up to $30 million, marking a strategic push into water infrastructure with strong financial prospects and a robust project pipeline.

A VCAT ruling has invalidated the Deferred Management Fee clause in Lifestyle Communities’ contracts due to disclosure issues, prompting an imminent appeal and contract revisions.

Challenger Limited has welcomed APRA’s consultation on new capital settings for annuity products, highlighting the potential for regulatory reforms to boost innovation and growth in Australia’s retirement income sector.

Excite Technology Services reported a strong 53% revenue increase to $12.27 million for FY2025 but also saw its net loss nearly double to $4.44 million. The company expanded its footprint with the acquisition of digital forensics specialist CBIT Pty Ltd.

Duratec Limited has lowered its FY25 revenue and EBITDA guidance due to project delays and weather disruptions but remains optimistic about a robust pipeline and growth prospects in FY26.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% increase in net profit to A$3.7 billion for FY25, driven by strong asset management and banking results despite a dip in commodities. The group also extended its $2 billion share buyback and declared a solid final dividend.

Oldfields Holdings Limited reports solid progress in Q3 FY2025, driven by strategic transformation, debt reduction, and a robust sales pipeline supporting a positive outlook for the second half of the year.

TZ Limited reported a challenging Q3 FY2025 with a $1.03 million net cash outflow amid US tariff disruptions but strengthened its SaaS base through the Keyvision acquisition, positioning for a rebound and growth in FY2026.

Clean TeQ Water Limited reported strong operational progress in Q3 FY25, advancing key projects like PHOSPHIX and Heathgate uranium plant commissioning, while improving cash receipts and securing major contracts.

SRG Global has reported a record first half for FY25, posting a 21% revenue increase and upgrading its full-year profit guidance, driven by strong cash flow and successful integration of the Diona acquisition.

SRG Global has delivered a record first half in FY25, posting strong revenue and profit growth alongside a successful acquisition integration that boosts its water security and energy transition capabilities.

Challenger Limited reported a robust first half of FY25 with a 12% rise in normalized NPAT and a 12% increase in its interim dividend, driven by strong annuity sales and strategic technology investments.