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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.

Cash Converters reports solid 1H26 results driven by a growing loan book, expanding luxury retail footprint, and increased corporate store ownership across 15 countries.

Macquarie Bank Limited has posted a robust FY2026 result, with net profit attributable to ordinary equity holders soaring 74% to AUD 6.011 billion, underpinned by strong performances in its Banking and Financial Services and Commodities and Global Markets divisions.

FleetPartners Group Limited reported a 7.3% rise in half-year profit to $37.05 million, driven by lease portfolio growth and the integration of Remunerator. The company declared an 11.9 cent fully franked interim dividend and confirmed a positive outlook for FY26.

Judo Bank’s Q3 results show solid lending expansion, stable credit quality amid economic uncertainty, and reaffirmed FY26 guidance with a healthy capital buffer.

Westpac Banking Corporation posted a statutory net profit of AUD 3.414 billion for the half year ended March 2026, marking a 3% increase on the prior corresponding period despite a 5% decline from the previous half. The bank maintained a strong capital position and declared a fully franked interim dividend of 77 cents per share.

ColCap Financial Limited (ASX:TT6) reported a 16% rise in net profit to $72.2 million for FY2025, driven by a 15% expansion in its loan portfolio to $19.3 billion and a series of record Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities issuances.

VanEck Investments Limited has released a comprehensive replacement Product Disclosure Statement for seven Australian bond ETFs, updating key details on investment strategies, risks, fees, and regulatory frameworks.

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.

Heartland Group Holdings Limited maintains its FY2026 guidance, reporting expanded net interest margins and improved asset quality in 3Q2026, while navigating geopolitical uncertainties affecting New Zealand and Australian markets.

MoneyMe's loan book has surged to $1.9 billion, driving a positive Normalised NPAT in 3Q26 as the fintech lender expands into credit cards with a new launch and a Luxury Escapes partnership.

Plenti Group Limited has reported a record unaudited FY26 Cash Profit Before Tax of $30.8 million and a loan portfolio exceeding $3.1 billion, beating its original target months ahead of schedule. The fintech lender's growth was supported by strong loan originations, robust credit performance, and strategic technology investments.