Latest Credit Risk News

VanEck Investments Limited has released an updated Product Disclosure Statement detailing seven Australian fixed income ETFs listed on the ASX, offering investors diversified exposure across government bonds, corporate debt, and subordinated securities.

Nationwide Building Society reports a solid first half of 2025 with underlying profit before tax rising to £977 million, driven by strong mortgage and deposit growth following its acquisition of Virgin Money. The Group maintains robust capital and credit quality while delivering significant value to members.

Turners Automotive Group has delivered a record first-half profit for FY26, driven by strong growth in its Finance and Insurance divisions despite ongoing supply constraints in the used vehicle market. The company also raised its interim dividend, signalling confidence in its diversified business model and capital management strategy.

FleetPartners Group Limited reported a 3.2% revenue increase to $786.2 million for FY2025, despite a 3.3% decline in net profit after tax to $75.3 million. The company completed its Accelerate program, delivering $6 million in annualised cost savings and declared a final unfranked dividend of 13.6 cents per share.

CVC Limited has announced a $50 million offer of unsecured, redeemable notes, combining a reinvestment option for existing holders with a new money offer for fresh investors. The notes will pay a floating quarterly interest and are expected to trade on the ASX under code CVCHB.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported steady cash earnings in 1Q26, supported by improved net interest margins and deposit mix, while residential lending contracted amid competitive pressures. Strategic technology rollouts promise growth in the second half.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s latest Basel III disclosures reveal a slight dip in capital ratios offset by improved liquidity and funding stability for the quarter ended September 2025.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 33 basis point increase in its CET1 capital ratio for Q3 2025, driven by earnings growth despite a rise in risk-weighted assets. Liquidity and leverage metrics remain robust, underscoring the bank's resilient capital position.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 2% increase in cash NPAT to approximately $2.6 billion for 1Q26, supported by lending and deposit growth despite margin pressures and rising expenses.

NexGen Energy Ltd. reported a significant net loss for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, driven by mark-to-market losses on convertible debentures and impairment charges. The company bolstered its liquidity with a $953 million equity raise post-period.

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.

Block, Inc. reported a modest 2% revenue increase in Q3 2025 driven by growth in its Cash App and Square segments, alongside a $461.5 million net income. The company issued $2.2 billion in senior notes and repurchased $1.5 billion in stock, while navigating ongoing regulatory scrutiny and legal challenges.