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Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a robust 8% increase in net profit after tax for the half year ended December 2024, underpinned by higher revenue and disciplined credit management. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of 225 cents per share, reflecting confidence amid economic headwinds.

Sarama Resources has completed the second tranche of its A$2 million equity placement, issuing options to institutional investors after shareholder approval. The funds are earmarked for advancing exploration and supporting working capital.

VanEck Investments Limited has released detailed dividend component breakdowns for ten of its exchange traded funds for the period ending 31 January 2025, outlining key dates and tax information.

Elixir Energy has expanded its footprint in Queensland's Taroom Trough through a farmin deal with Santos, boosting its contingent gas resources by 68% and launching a $9 million equity raise to fund upcoming exploration activities.

Ryder Capital Limited reports a robust $13.02 million total comprehensive income for 1H FY25, driving a 12.5% increase in its fully franked interim dividend to 4.5 cents per share.

Ryder Capital Limited has reported a striking 312% increase in total comprehensive income for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, alongside a 12.5% hike in its fully franked interim dividend, underscoring robust portfolio performance amid market uncertainties.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia announces a fully franked $1.70 dividend for JBH CitiFirst Instalment MINIs, aligning with JBH Ordinary shares’ record date and ex-dividend schedule.

VGI Partners Global Investments reported a steep $43.1 million loss for the half-year ending December 2024 but announced an increased fully franked interim dividend and expanded share buy-back program.

Amaero has completed a A$22 million institutional placement, concluding nearly A$100 million raised since 2022 and positioning itself for commercialisation in FY2026 with a robust balance sheet.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT has reported a strong turnaround with a statutory profit of $31 million for the half year ended December 31, 2024, reversing last year's loss. Despite a slight dip in operating earnings and distributions, the REIT maintains a stable financial position amid ongoing economic uncertainties.

Macquarie Group’s 3Q25 trading update reveals strong growth in its annuity-style businesses, while markets-facing segments face pressure from subdued commodity markets, resulting in a mixed financial performance for the year to date.

Macquarie Group's 3Q25 trading update reveals strong growth in annuity-style businesses offset by a significant decline in markets-facing segments due to subdued commodity markets. The group's capital position remains robust, comfortably exceeding regulatory requirements.