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Aristocrat Leisure reported a robust first half FY2025 with 9% revenue growth and a 6% rise in normalised NPATA, driven by strategic acquisitions and market share gains. The company returned $533 million to shareholders while positioning for sustained growth across its gaming portfolio.

Aristocrat Leisure Limited has announced an ordinary unfranked dividend of AUD 0.44 per share for the six months ending March 2025, with key dates set for May and July.

Aristocrat Leisure reported solid half-year results with a 5.6% rise in normalised net profit after tax and before amortisation to $733 million, underpinned by growth across its gaming and interactive segments. The company also declared an unfranked interim dividend of 44 cents per share.

News Corporation has updated its financial statements to reflect the sale of Foxtel, reporting a 3% revenue increase in fiscal 2024 driven by its Digital Real Estate Services and Book Publishing segments, alongside a 66% rise in net income from continuing operations.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reports a 45 basis point increase in its CET1 capital ratio for Q1 2025, driven by earnings despite rising risk-weighted assets. The bank maintains strong liquidity and leverage ratios above regulatory minimums.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a stable $2.6 billion cash profit for the quarter, maintaining strong capital and dividend payouts despite slight increases in consumer arrears and corporate credit risks.

BGH Capital has made an unsolicited, non-binding proposal to acquire a controlling interest in Webjet Group at $0.80 per share, signaling potential shifts in ownership for the travel services company.

Cash Converters International Limited reveals a strategic shift towards sustainable, lower-cost lending and expands its global footprint through targeted franchise acquisitions in Australia and the UK.

Beam Communications has finalized a settlement with Roadpost Inc. that will see it receive approximately AU$4.1 million in addition to proceeds from selling its 50% stake in Zoleo Inc. This payment covers early royalties and inventory adjustments, setting the stage for a major capital return review.

Ridley Corporation announces a $300 million acquisition of Incitec Pivot Fertilisers Distribution, aiming to boost earnings and diversify its agricultural services portfolio. The deal includes a $125 million equity raise and strategic supply agreements.

Dyno Nobel Limited reports a statutory net profit of $7 million for 1H25, reversing a prior loss, as it advances key sales agreements to separate its Fertilisers business and accelerates its transformation program.

Southern Cross Media Group rebuffs Sandon Capital’s attempt to remove four directors, backed by majority shareholders and buoyed by strong operational momentum.