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Seven West Media and Southern Cross Media have agreed to merge, creating a dominant integrated media company with extensive reach across TV, audio, and digital platforms in Australia. The merger promises significant cost synergies and enhanced shareholder value, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

JAYRIDE Group has inked a pivotal SaaS agreement with Thailand’s Drivemate, marking a strategic shift from airport transfers to a full-scale digital mobility platform. The partnership launches with a 2,000-vehicle pilot in Bangkok and aims for nationwide expansion within a year.

Thrive Tribe Technologies has raised approximately $500,000 through a discounted share placement, aiming to bolster its working capital. The move follows shareholder approval and involves a significant issuance of new shares.

Clime Investment Management Limited has reported a significant turnaround in FY25, returning to profitability with a 13% revenue increase and proposing a fully franked final dividend. The company expanded its business lines and strengthened its leadership team, setting a positive outlook for FY26.

Thrive Tribe Technologies has raised approximately $250,000 through a discounted share placement, aiming to bolster its working capital. The move reflects ongoing efforts to support its health and wellness digital platform.

Bapcor Limited reported a modest revenue decline and an 8.4% drop in pro-forma NPAT for FY25 amid significant business simplification and strategic initiatives aimed at sustainable growth.

NobleOak Life Limited reported robust FY25 results, with a 20% increase in in-force premiums and a 22% rise in underlying NPAT, underpinned by strategic investments in AI and a transition to a capital-efficient Life Company structure.

PEXA Group Ltd reported a robust FY25 with 16% revenue growth and a 21% rise in EBITDA, driven by national expansion and operational efficiencies. The company is advancing its UK platform launch backed by NatWest, while FY26 guidance signals continued growth and strategic focus on AI and resilience.

McMillan Shakespeare Limited reported steady FY25 growth with Normalised UNPATA of $103.2 million and an 8.3% dividend yield, underpinned by digital innovation and strategic investments.

McMillan Shakespeare Limited reported a 14.1% rise in statutory net profit for FY25, marking the completion of its transformative Simply Stronger program that enhanced digital offerings and customer reach.

McMillan Shakespeare Limited reported a 14.1% rise in statutory net profit after tax to $95.3 million for FY25, alongside a fully franked final dividend of 77 cents per share. The company’s strategic investments in digital platforms and acquisitions underpin its growth trajectory.

Airtasker Limited reported a 12.8% increase in revenue to $52.6 million for FY25, driven by growth in Australia, the UK, and the US. However, the company’s net loss widened significantly to $37.7 million, reflecting heavy investment in global marketing and media partnerships.