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Garda Property Group has reaffirmed its FY25 income return at 7.2 cents per security and upgraded its distribution payout ratio to 95% of FFO. The group plans to sell its North Lakes industrial site for $114 million and is marketing its Cairns Corporate Tower, aiming to reduce gearing and reposition as a focused industrial REIT.

Whitebark Energy Limited has announced an off-market takeover offer to acquire all shares and options in King Energy Limited, with unanimous support from King’s board. The offer aims to create a diversified Australian energy company with enhanced market presence and operational synergies.

Astral Resources NL has initiated an off-market takeover offer for Maximus Resources Limited, proposing one Astral share for every two Maximus shares. The Maximus Board unanimously recommends acceptance, highlighting a significant premium and strategic consolidation benefits.

Leo Lithium has completed the sale of its remaining interest in the Goulamina Project, distributing over A$249 million to shareholders and restructuring its board as it pivots towards new asset acquisitions.

Leo Lithium Limited reports a robust cash position of $269.3 million following the sale of a 40% stake in MLBV, underpinning its financial strength amid ongoing operational expenditures.

Imperial Pacific Limited reports a $652,000 net gain for the half year ending December 31, 2024, driven by strong investment performance and an increased dividend, despite ongoing challenges with its Excelsior Capital stake.

London City Equities Limited reports a robust 12% increase in its investment portfolio for the half year ending December 2024, driven by strong Fiducian Group performance and strategic share sales, enabling higher dividend payouts despite ongoing legal challenges.

Alternative Investment Trust (ASX: AIQ) has announced a special unfranked dividend of AUD 0.04186 per unit, representing a full return of capital to investors, payable in February 2025.

BKI Investment Company Limited reported a modest rise in ordinary revenue and declared a 1% higher interim dividend despite a challenging economic backdrop and softer special investment income.

Mirrabooka Investments Limited has announced a fully franked dividend of AUD 0.045 per share for the half-year ending December 2024, payable in February 2025. The company continues to offer shareholders participation options through its Dividend Reinvestment Plan and Bonus Security Plan.

Mirrabooka Investments Limited reported steady half-year profits with a portfolio return of 11.5%, comfortably outperforming its benchmark. The company raised its interim dividend by 12.5%, reflecting confidence in its small and mid-cap investment strategy despite cautious market conditions.