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Argo Investments reported a stable $260.2 million profit for FY2026, declared a record fully franked 38.5c dividend, and announced a shift to quarterly dividends from January 2027 with a forecast 40c annual payout.

Light & Wonder's Q2 2026 sees net income jump 26% to $120 million, driven by strong Gaming and iGaming growth. The company sticks to its 2026 outlook, targeting mid- to high-single-digit EBITDA growth and aims to reduce leverage below 3.0x by mid-2027.

Precinct Properties has obtained resource consent under the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024 for its Downtown Carpark project, advancing a key development milestone ahead of its August annual results.

Whitefield Industrials Limited (ASX:WHF) has announced an on-market buy-back program targeting up to 12 million ordinary shares, aiming to adjust its capital structure without requiring shareholder approval.

Globe Metals & Mining has locked in a US$600,000 unsecured working capital facility from director Bo Tan, adding short-term financial flexibility as it advances its Kanyika Niobium Project.

Centuria Office REIT swung to a $55.2 million profit in FY26, driven by solid leasing activity and a $1 billion debt refinancing that extended maturities and cut margins. The REIT maintained stable occupancy and delivered distributions in line with guidance, while setting a positive outlook for FY27.

F&C Investment Trust delivered a 12.4% net asset value total return for H1 2026, narrowly trailing the FTSE All-World Index. The trust declared a 0.99p interim dividend and announced a chairman succession as it navigates AI-led market dynamics and geopolitical volatility.

Pengana International Equities (ASX: PIA) confirms it will proceed with an off-market equal access buy-back following shareholder approval, setting a record date of 7 August 2026. The buy-back faces legal challenges from Pengana Capital Limited but remains on track unless a court intervenes.

ARC Funds Limited has established a $5 million Capital Placement Facility with Securities Vault, giving it flexible access to standby equity capital over 12 months without immediate dilution.

Elevra Lithium has issued the first tranche of C$65 million convertible notes to support the North American Lithium Brownfield Expansion, following shareholder approval in July 2026.

Bhagwan Marine Limited has reaffirmed its FY26 EBITDA guidance, projecting combined earnings between $44.5 million and $46.5 million excluding acquisition costs, while highlighting strong cash flow and disciplined capital management during Riverside Marine integration.

Westpac has completed the $15.4 billion sale of its RAMS mortgage portfolio to a consortium including Pepper Money, KKR, and PIMCO, lifting its capital ratio and simplifying operations.