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InvestSMART Funds Management has updated the Distribution Reinvestment Plan rules for its Intelligent Investor Active ETFs, making DRP participation automatic for new investors from January 2026 unless they opt out.

InvestSMART Funds Management Limited has updated its Distribution Reinvestment Plan rules, making participation automatic for new investors in its Intelligent Investor Active ETFs from January 2026. Existing investors will see no change, but new entrants will need to opt out if they prefer cash distributions.

Whitefield Income Ltd reports robust first-quarter earnings and announces a $53 million capital raising via placement and a Share Purchase Plan, maintaining its focus on delivering steady, franked dividends.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has successfully raised $148 million through a Share Purchase Plan and Placement, expanding its funds under management beyond $300 million and declaring fully franked dividends with growth guidance through early 2026.

Novatti Group has attracted a $1 million investment from Australian Wealth Advisors Group to fuel its renewed growth strategy, focusing on expanding its Acquiring business following positive early financial results.

Carlton Investments reported a slight rise in net profit and an 8.7% increase in dividends for FY2025, while its investment portfolio grew nearly 60% over five years despite recent market fluctuations.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has launched a Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders a discounted entry point to increase their holdings, aiming to raise up to $48.1 million to fuel portfolio growth and deliver steady dividends.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited (WMX) has outperformed its benchmark since its IPO, fully deploying capital ahead of schedule and delivering increasing monthly fully franked dividends.

BKI Investment Company Limited reported a steady financial performance for FY2025, raising its ordinary dividend by 1% to 7.90 cents per share. The company remains confident in maintaining dividends in FY2026, supported by a diversified portfolio and positive economic outlook.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has declared a fully franked dividend for October 2025, reflecting robust portfolio gains since its April launch and providing dividend guidance through year-end.

Equity Story Group has raised $650,000 through a strategic convertible loan led by new Non-Executive Chair Alex Brinkmeyer, signaling a pivot into property funds management. The company also announced significant board changes, including the appointment of David Nolan as Managing Director.

NexGen Energy has expanded its Australian equity offering to AUD 600 million alongside a concurrent C$400 million North American deal, aiming to accelerate development of its flagship Rook I uranium project.