Latest Corporate Credit News

Whitehaven Coal has received stable BB+ and Ba1 credit ratings from major agencies, alongside investment grade BBB- ratings for its senior secured debt, underpinning its US$1.1 billion refinancing strategy.

Challenger Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with a 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax and record annuity sales. The company also announced a $150 million on-market share buy-back, reflecting confidence in its strong capital position.

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.

Stonepeak-Plus Infra Debt Limited has launched an offer for up to $300 million in unsecured, deferrable, floating rate notes, targeting infrastructure debt investments. The notes, to be listed on the ASX as SPPHA, aim to deliver monthly income linked to BBSW plus a margin, with a seven-year maturity.

Perpetual Credit Income Trust (PCI) has announced a $267 million entitlement and shortfall offer priced at $1.10 per unit, aiming to bolster its investment capacity in Australian credit markets. The offer presents a 9.1% discount to recent trading prices and is designed to enhance liquidity and scale for existing and new investors.

Spenda Limited reported a 106% surge in revenue to $11.1 million for FY25, driven by acquisitions and expanded services, yet posted a substantial $24.3 million net loss largely due to goodwill impairment. The company’s strategic moves and funding needs highlight a pivotal phase ahead.

Butn Limited has reported record revenue growth and its first positive operating cash flow for FY25, alongside securing a substantial $100 million funding facility to fuel future expansion.

Regal Partners reports a 48% drop in statutory profit for H1 2025 despite growing funds under management to $17.7 billion, while strategically expanding into hotel real estate with the Mayfair Hotel acquisition.

Frontier Digital Ventures has uncovered apparent misappropriation of approximately USD 430,000 within its Colombian business, Fincaraiz, prompting an ongoing investigation and operational safeguards.

Spenda Limited has reported a record-breaking FY25 with cash receipts soaring 114% to $11.5 million and launched its APG Pay platform backed by a $50 million funding commitment. The company also trimmed operating costs by 39%, setting a leaner foundation for FY26 growth.

Saferoads Holdings reports a $192k operating cash use impacted by strategic prepayments, completes its Road Safety Rentals asset sale, and maintains strong cash reserves after paying a substantial dividend.

Butn Limited has locked in a $100 million senior secured debt facility with Northleaf Capital Partners, marking a pivotal step in its growth strategy and refinancing existing debt.