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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.

AVJennings reported a 25% rise in Q3 FY25 contract signings and a 26% increase in settlements, while progressing an acquisition scheme that could reshape its future.

XPON Technologies Group has acquired Alpha Digital for $1.72 million upfront plus performance earn-ins, immediately adding $4 million in recurring revenue and fast-tracking its path to profitability.

XPON Technologies has agreed to acquire Alpha Digital, a leading Australian digital marketing firm, in a deal designed to fast-track AI-driven growth and profitability. The acquisition adds $4.6 million in revenue and sets the stage for expanded AI-powered marketing solutions.

Tyro Payments has stepped back from its proposed acquisition of Smartpay after the latter entered an exclusivity agreement with another bidder offering NZ$1.20 per share. This move halts Tyro's due diligence and merger plans, reshaping the competitive landscape in the payments sector.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a slight 1% decline in net profit to $3.3 billion for the first half of 2025, while business and institutional lending grew robustly. The bank maintained a solid capital position and announced a fully franked interim dividend of 76 cents per share.