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InFocus Group Holdings Limited has formalised its strategic expansion into iGaming and digital assets, appointing a high-profile advisory board and strengthening its capital position through convertible notes and Bitcoin ETF investments.

Clime Investment Management appoints John Abernethy as Director of Investments, signalling a renewed focus on investment philosophy and client outcomes. Despite fund closures and regulatory challenges, the company reports improved fund returns and a promising interim profit outlook.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings (ABE) has successfully completed live testing in the Reserve Bank of Australia's CBDC pilot, expanded its product offerings, and reported improved cash flow in Q2 FY26.

Orezone Gold Corporation has announced its acquisition of the Casa Berardi gold mine in Quebec, Canada, marking a strategic expansion into a Tier 1 mining jurisdiction and significantly boosting its production profile.

Orezone Gold Corporation has announced a transformative acquisition of the Casa Berardi gold mine in Quebec, marking its entry into a Tier 1 mining jurisdiction and significantly boosting production and cash flow.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked quarterly dividend of AUD 1.1326 per security on its PERLS XV capital notes, payable in March 2026.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 1.6883 per security for its perpetual capital notes, payable in March 2026. The distribution features a partially franked yield reflecting current market interest rates.

OM Holdings has secured key regulatory and shareholder approvals for the sale of its 26% interest in Ntsimbintle Mining, moving the $101 million transaction closer to completion early next year.

Whitefield Income Limited has launched a A$53 million placement at a 5.2% discount to recent prices, aiming to bolster its investment strategy with fresh capital.

Moody’s has upgraded Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s long-term credit rating to A3, citing strong asset quality and liquidity. The outlook shifts to stable, reflecting confidence tempered with caution.

Kore Potash has raised approximately US$12.2 million through a new share issue to fund critical project payments and maintain working capital for the next year. The fundraise also opens the door for major shareholders to increase their stakes, pending approvals.

SKS Technologies announces plans to acquire Sydney-based Delta Elcom, aiming to strengthen its foothold in Australia's largest data centre market. The deal, valued up to $15 million, combines complementary expertise to accelerate growth in New South Wales.