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Challenger Limited reported a solid 9% rise in normalised NPAT to $456 million for FY25, alongside an 11% dividend increase to 29.5 cents per share, underscoring its strategic momentum and capital strength. The company’s outlook for FY26 remains positive, with guidance pointing to continued growth and shareholder returns amid evolving retirement income reforms.

Judo Capital Holdings delivered a robust FY25 with strong loan and deposit growth, improved profitability, and a strategic technology upgrade, setting the stage for ambitious FY26 targets.

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.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited reported a robust FY25 with a 16% loan book expansion and a 14% rise in underlying profit before tax, underpinned by operational leverage and strategic regional growth.

MAC Copper has secured Foreign Investment Review Board approval, satisfying all regulatory conditions for its acquisition by Harmony Gold’s Australian subsidiary. The deal now awaits shareholder votes and court sanction to proceed.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings has responded to ASX queries confirming the material impact of its involvement in the RBA's Project Acacia and acknowledged a director's breach of trading rules during a closed period.

Simonds Group reported a stable $665.6 million revenue for FY25, with normalised net profit after tax surging 90% to $5.7 million, driven by the acquisition of Dennis Family Homes and improved margins.

Bank of Queensland Limited announces a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.337 per Capital Note 3 security, payable in November 2025. The payment reflects a total annualised rate of 5.19%, based on the 3-month BBSW plus margin, adjusted for franking credits.

Amaero Ltd reported a 470% revenue surge to $3.8 million for FY2025, driven by expanded production capacity and exclusive supply deals, while continuing to invest heavily in infrastructure and operations, resulting in a $24.4 million loss.

EVT Limited has launched EVT Connect Hospitality, a new hotel management brand, and announced the $74 million acquisition of Pro-invest Hotels, adding over 3,200 rooms under management across Australia and New Zealand.

National Australia Bank’s June quarter saw a slight dip in cash earnings due to rising credit impairment charges, even as underlying profits edged up 2%. The bank balances cautious asset quality management with ongoing growth in lending and deposits.

The A2 Milk Company has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of NZD 0.115 per share for the six months ending June 2025, payable in October with flexible currency options for shareholders.