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ARC Funds Limited has secured $1.4 million through equity and debt to complete a strategic acquisition of a majority stake in The Term Deposit Shop, expanding its footprint in Australia's term deposit market.

National Australia Bank has reported robust half-year results with cash earnings of $3.58 billion and announced a fully franked interim dividend of 85 cents per share, underscoring its strong market position and strategic clarity.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a 9% decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, reflecting margin compression and higher costs, while advancing its digital transformation and sustainability agenda.

Scentre Group reports rising customer visits and record business partner sales, while advancing major Westfield redevelopments and reaffirming 2025 earnings guidance.

National Australia Bank has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.85 per share for the half-year ending March 2025, alongside Dividend Reinvestment and Bonus Security Plans offering shareholders multiple currency payment options.

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.

National Australia Bank posted a 0.8% rise in cash earnings for 1H25, underpinned by profit growth and lower credit impairments amid a cautious economic outlook. The bank advances its strategy focused on customer experience and technology modernization while maintaining strong capital and liquidity positions.

National Australia Bank’s half year results to March 2025 reveal modest revenue growth and stable cash earnings amid competitive pressures and regulatory demands. The bank’s strong capital position and ongoing strategy execution underpin cautious optimism.

HMC Capital has unveiled an ambitious plan to grow its assets under management to over $50 billion within the next 3-5 years, supported by strong fundraising and diversified investment verticals. The company’s FY25 outlook remains solid, underpinned by operational growth and strategic initiatives across real estate, digital infrastructure, and energy transition.

Kip McGrath Education Centres announces the departure of long-serving CEO Storm McGrath, with Chair Damian Banks stepping in as Executive Chair during the leadership transition.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced an estimated cash distribution of 32.099015 cents per unit for its iShares Core Cash ETF (BILL), with key dates scheduled throughout May 2025.

Healius Limited has announced a fully franked special dividend of 41.3 cents per share totaling approximately $300 million, alongside a new $300 million three-year syndicated bank facility replacing its previous $680 million arrangement.