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Pepper Money has reported a record $20.1 billion in assets under management alongside a 2% rise in net profit after tax for the first half of 2025. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend, reflecting strong capital management and operational efficiency.

Pepper Money Limited reported a 2% increase in net profit after tax to $47 million for the half-year ended June 2025, driven by strong loan originations and disciplined cost management. The company also raised its interim dividend to 6.4 cents per share, signaling confidence despite a slight dip in net interest income.

Heartland Group Holdings Limited reported an underlying NPAT of NZD 46.9 million for FY2025, meeting guidance, while setting ambitious growth and efficiency targets for FY2026.

FSA Group Limited reported a robust 43% increase in net profit for FY2025, alongside a steady 3% rise in loan origination and a 14% expansion in loan pools. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 3.5 cents per share, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory.

Pro-Pac Packaging reported a modest revenue increase to $62.8 million in Q4 FY25, secured a new $3 million loan facility from major shareholder Bennamon Ltd, and received a $3.5 million government grant for a recycling project facing delays.

Strike Energy reported a solid $18.8 million operating cash inflow for the June 2025 quarter, supported by $76.2 million in total available funding, positioning the company well for ongoing project development.

Saferoads Holdings reports a $192k operating cash use impacted by strategic prepayments, completes its Road Safety Rentals asset sale, and maintains strong cash reserves after paying a substantial dividend.

FleetPartners has priced a A$400 million asset backed securitisation, featuring a green tranche dedicated to electric vehicle leases, marking a notable step in sustainable finance.

Pepper Money Limited has announced a fully franked special dividend of 12.5 cents per share, reflecting its robust cash position and ongoing capital management strategy. The payout totals approximately $55.5 million, with key dates set for June and July 2025.

Macquarie Bank Limited reported an 18% rise in net profit for FY2025, driven by growth in its retail banking segment despite margin pressures, while its commodities business faced subdued markets. The bank maintained strong capital ratios and advanced its risk and technology frameworks amid regulatory scrutiny.

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.

Saferoads Holdings has finalised the sale of its Road Safety Rentals assets, repaid all related debts, and announced a fully franked 10 cent special dividend for shareholders.