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Diversified United Investment Limited reported a 5.4% rise in statutory profit to $38 million for FY2025, alongside a zero-debt position and a maintained fully franked dividend of 9 cents per share.

Euroz Hartleys Group Limited reported a robust 87.7% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by growth across brokerage, underwriting, and wealth management. The company declared a fully franked full-year dividend of 5.5 cents per share, reflecting confidence in its operational leverage and balance sheet strength.

Whitefield Income Limited has reported a $7.8 million net profit in its first seven months as an ASX-listed company, alongside steady monthly dividends annualised at 8%. The company’s portfolio outperformed its benchmark, signaling a promising start post-IPO.

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Limited (SCEE) delivered record FY25 financials, driven by a 45% revenue jump and the recent Force Fire acquisition, setting the stage for robust FY26 growth.

Judo Bank reported a robust 24% increase in statutory net profit after tax for FY25, driven by strong loan book growth and operational efficiencies. The bank projects even stronger profit growth in FY26, underpinned by strategic expansion and technology upgrades.

Tian An Australia Limited has reversed last year’s loss to report a $12.08 million profit for H1 2025, while progressing key residential developments across Australia.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a robust 14% increase in statutory net profit for 3Q25, supported by disciplined growth and resilient credit quality. The bank’s capital and liquidity metrics remain comfortably above regulatory requirements, underscoring its financial strength.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a robust FY25 with a $10.1 billion net profit, increased dividends, and accelerated technology investments despite global uncertainties.

Liontown Resources has raised approximately A$316 million through a combination of institutional and conditional placements, alongside a share purchase plan, to strengthen its balance sheet and support growth at its Kathleen Valley lithium operation.

WAM Income Maximiser (ASX – WMX) has declared its first monthly fully franked dividend, marking a significant milestone shortly after its April 2025 IPO. The company aims to steadily grow dividends while targeting a yield above the RBA cash rate.

Lendlease has completed the $235 million sale of its 70% stake in Capella Capital to Sojitz Corporation, advancing its broader $2.5 billion capital recycling strategy aimed at simplifying the group and focusing on core Australian operations.

Woodside Energy and its partners have welcomed the Australian government's proposed environmental approval extension for the North West Shelf Project, securing its future and supporting thousands of jobs.