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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.

Proteomics International has validated its PromarkerEndo blood test as a highly accurate, non-invasive diagnostic tool for endometriosis, with commercial launch planned in Australia for Q3 2025. The test promises to reduce the average seven-year diagnostic delay by providing a simple risk score applicable across all disease stages.

Whitefield Industrials Limited reported a 10% increase in core operating profit for the year ended March 2025, outperforming its benchmark with a 7.5% portfolio return and raising fully franked dividends to 10.5 cents per share.

National Australia Bank (NAB) reported steady cash earnings and improved return on equity in the first half of 2025, underpinned by strong capital ratios and a clear strategic focus on business banking, deposits, and proprietary home lending.

Westpac Banking Corporation posted a slight 1% decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, underpinned by strong growth in business and institutional lending and a resilient balance sheet amid global volatility.