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Takeover chatter lit up Pepper Money, while Identitii ran hard after a regulator stepped in. At the other end, AMP slid despite higher profit, as investors weighed leadership change and legal costs.

humm Group reports a $13.9 million statutory profit for 1H26, driven by commercial lending growth and strong consumer segment performance despite rising credit losses and regulatory costs.

humm Group Limited has posted a statutory profit after tax of $13.9 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, marking a 49% decline from the previous year, driven by increased credit losses and legal costs. Despite challenges, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1.5 cents per share.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s latest Basel III Pillar 3 disclosures reveal steady capital adequacy ratios and proactive adaptation to evolving regulatory standards as of December 2025.

Solvar Limited reported solid FY25 results with profit growth, a significant dividend hike, and a positive outlook for FY26 driven by loan originations and commercial lending expansion.

hummgroup and The Abercrombie Group have mutually agreed to end discussions on an unsolicited acquisition proposal, with TAG withdrawing its offer that included a 35% premium. The Independent Board Committee now shifts focus to operational execution and shareholder value.

Humm Group reports a 14% decline in new loan originations for 1Q26, driven by a steep 61% fall in Australian Point of Sale volumes following regulatory changes and technology setbacks. However, international growth and asset expansion provide some offset.

BNK Banking Corporation’s Q1 FY26 update reveals margin expansion and loan book growth despite lower profits, highlighting strategic moves including a significant portfolio sale and senior secured investments.

Bank of Queensland reported a robust FY25 with 12% growth in cash earnings and significant progress in its digital banking and branch conversion initiatives. The bank’s focus on productivity and specialist business lending underpins its optimistic outlook despite ongoing economic uncertainties.

Bank of Queensland reports a 12% rise in cash earnings for FY25 despite a 53% drop in statutory profit due to one-off impairments and restructuring. The bank’s strategic pivot towards commercial lending and digital transformation underpins improved operational performance and shareholder returns.

humm Group Limited reported a remarkable 458% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by strong asset growth and effective cost management. The company also announced a final dividend and highlighted ongoing technology transformation and ESG commitments.

Solvar Limited’s FY25 results highlight solid loan book growth in Australia, the strategic launch of Bennji commercial finance, and a significant 40% increase in dividends, underpinning confidence in future earnings.