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Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund has released its inaugural annual report, revealing a strong start with $41.9 million profit before tax and distributions of 8.21 cents per unit following a $302.8 million IPO. The Fund’s diversified commercial real estate portfolio spans senior loans, mezzanine debt, and equity investments across Australia and New Zealand.

Metrics Income Opportunities Trust reported a 6.6% increase in profit for FY25, achieving an 8.8% net return and maintaining strong portfolio diversification in private credit assets.

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Limited reported a statutory net loss for FY25, closing 312 underperforming stores and navigating significant leadership changes while declaring an unfranked final dividend.

Pioneer Credit Limited has reported a significant turnaround in FY25, posting a net profit after tax of $6.7 million compared to a loss of $10 million the previous year, supported by improved operational efficiency and strengthened debt facilities.

Australian Finance Group Ltd (AFG) reported a 21% rise in statutory net profit after tax to $35 million for FY25, driven by record broker numbers and loan book growth. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 5.3 cents per share, underscoring strong shareholder returns.

Winton Land Limited reported a 10.5% revenue decline to NZD 155.4 million for FY25, with net profit after tax down 34.4%, as subdued Auckland markets and economic headwinds persist. The company is focusing on South Island developments and Fast-track approvals to navigate the downturn.

Elanor Commercial Property Fund reported a statutory loss for FY25 but delivered a 6.9% rise in Funds from Operations, while rejecting an unsolicited takeover offer from the Lederer Group.

Integral Diagnostics posts robust FY25 results with strong revenue growth and merger synergies exceeding expectations, setting a confident tone for FY26.

Tyro Payments reported modest transaction growth and a 10.6% rise in EBITDA for FY25, while preparing for a CEO change and expanding into new industry verticals.

Big River Industries reported a statutory net loss of $14.7 million for FY2025, driven by a $20 million impairment charge on intangible assets amid a 2.3% revenue decline. Despite the setback, the company declared a fully franked 2 cent dividend and showed signs of operational stabilization.

Johns Lyng Group reported a modest revenue increase to $1.18 billion in FY25, driven by organic growth and key acquisitions, while agreeing to a $1.1 billion takeover scheme with Pacific Equity Partners.

AUB Group Limited delivered a robust FY25 performance, with underlying NPAT rising 17.1% to AUD 200.2 million, driven by strategic acquisitions and margin improvements. The company’s aggressive UK retail expansion and diversified portfolio underpin a confident FY26 outlook.