Latest Banking Sector News

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported an 8% rise in net profit to $10.1 billion for FY25, supported by steady lending growth and a 5% revenue increase. The bank declared a fully franked final dividend of 260 cents per share, underscoring its robust capital position and ongoing technology modernization.

RocketBoots Limited has secured a significant trial contract with a major Australian retail bank, potentially expanding to a $234k SaaS rollout that could boost its recurring revenue and international ambitions.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a robust first half in 2025, with net income up 6%, strong lending growth, and a 15% increase in its interim dividend. The bank reaffirmed its 2025 guidance and expressed confidence in meeting ambitious 2026 targets.

Integrated Research reports a softer FY25 with declines in contract value and earnings, yet steady underlying revenue and promising AI-driven product launches signal a strategic pivot.

Betashares Capital Ltd has disclosed the estimated annual distribution components for its Global Banks Currency Hedged ETF (ASX, BNKS) for the fiscal year ending June 2025, highlighting a significant foreign income portion and a full cash payout.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.1405 per security on its PERLS XIII capital note, payable mid-September 2025.

Helia Group announces the departure of CEO Pauline Blight-Johnston after five years, appointing CFO Michael Cant as interim CEO amid evolving market conditions. The leadership change signals a strategic pivot for the lender mortgage insurer.

Westpac Banking Corporation has updated its dividend details for the six months ending March 2025, confirming a fully franked dividend of AUD 0.76 per share and revealing key Dividend Reinvestment Plan pricing and participation rates.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited has updated its interim dividend details, confirming an 83-cent payout per share, partially franked at 70%, payable on July 1, 2025. The bank also outlined its Dividend Reinvestment and Bonus Security Plans with shares priced at AUD 28.89.

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.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited delivered its strongest half-year revenue and profit to date, buoyed by the full contribution from Suncorp Bank and a robust capital position despite regulatory challenges.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited has announced its 2025 interim dividend of 83 cents per share, partially franked and accompanied by New Zealand imputation credits. The bank’s Dividend Reinvestment Plan and Bonus Option Plan will continue without discount, underscoring steady shareholder returns.