Latest Capital And Liquidity News

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a steady cash profit of around $2.7 billion in 3Q26, balancing disciplined lending growth and cautious provisioning amid geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited posted a 14% rise in cash profit for 1H26 to AUD 3.78 billion, driven by cost reductions and steady revenue, while declaring an 83-cent interim dividend with 75% franking.

Bank of Queensland’s statutory profit fell 20% to $136 million in 1H26, weighed down by a $31 million loss on its equipment finance portfolio sale. The bank advances its digital transformation and plans a $3.7 billion capital release with Challenger Limited, maintaining strong capital and dividend guidance.

Excelsior Capital Limited has announced a further fully franked special dividend of over $10 million amid its ongoing winding up process, alongside key board changes and plans for final capital returns.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company Limited has completed its merger with Brickworks Limited, creating a diversified investment group with a $13.8 billion portfolio and reporting a $2.3 billion statutory profit for 1H26.

Janus Electric has locked in a $2.75 million R&D finance facility, strengthening its cash position to push forward with its zero-emission transport innovations. This strategic funding avoids shareholder dilution while supporting ongoing technology development.

Hydrix Limited reported a 14% revenue decline and a sharp increase in net loss for H1 2026, raising concerns about its financial stability despite securing a major contract.

Omni Bridgeway Limited reported a striking half-year performance with a 357% jump in net profit and a robust pipeline of legal finance investments. The company’s transformation into a capital-light fund manager is gaining momentum amid favourable regulatory shifts.

Tungsten Mining is pursuing a US stock exchange listing to tap into deeper capital markets and strengthen ties with US government and industry stakeholders, complementing its existing ASX listing.

Imperial Pacific Limited reported a half-year net profit of $148,000 for the six months ending December 2025, supported by strong asset growth and a fully franked 7 cent dividend. The company’s portfolio, including stakes in London City Equities and Excelsior Capital, drove net asset value to record highs despite a dip in profit.

Zip Co has delivered a standout half-year performance with record cash earnings and upgraded FY26 guidance, driven by strong US market momentum and innovative product launches.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% increase in statutory net profit after tax to $5.367 billion for the half year ended December 2025, supported by lending growth and improved credit quality despite margin pressures and higher expenses. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of $2.35 per share.