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Mayne Pharma has announced a planned leadership transition with CFO Aaron Gray stepping up as CEO, succeeding Shawn Patrick O’Brien who will remain as an advisor during the handover.

QBE Insurance Group has reported its strongest financial performance in over a decade for 2025, with a 7% premium growth and a combined operating ratio improvement to 91.9%. The insurer also raised its dividend and announced a substantial share buyback, signaling confidence in sustained growth.

Fiducian Group’s FY2026 half-year results reveal robust growth with a 9% rise in funds under management and a 17% jump in underlying net profit, despite ongoing regulatory challenges.

Cavalier Resources has taken a significant step forward at its Crawford Gold Project by signing a Native Title Agreement and delivering promising drilling results that support resource expansion. The company is advancing towards production while exploring funding options.

Halo Technologies reports a strategic pivot under new CEO Peter Oxlade, adopting a capital-light B2B model in the UK and expanding its Australian managed funds offering, while maintaining stable subscription revenue despite seasonal headwinds.

Brightstar Resources has cleared key hurdles at its Laverton Mill site and is advancing construction of a new 1.5Mtpa processing plant, targeting a final investment decision in March 2026. With mining approvals secured and debt financing progressing, the company aims to boost production towards 200,000 ounces per annum by 2029.

Forrestania Resources has formalised its acquisition of the Lake Johnston Project from Poseidon Nickel, marking a pivotal move towards near-term gold production with key infrastructure and contractor engagements.

US Masters Residential Property Group has amended its term loan facility, increasing the interest rate and extending the maturity date to enhance capital management flexibility.

Perpetual Limited has extended its exclusivity agreement with Bain Capital into early 2026 as discussions continue over the potential sale of its Wealth Management business. While progress is steady, no binding deal is yet assured.

Sequoia Financial Group reports a 15% rise in EBITDA year-to-date November 2025 despite legacy claim settlements and expected impairments, while its APAC expansion gains momentum.

AMP has reached an agreement in principle to settle a long-running class action over commissions paid between 2014 and 2021, agreeing to pay $29 million without admitting liability.

Redivium Limited has postponed the completion of its UK lithium-ion battery recycling feasibility study to Q2 2026 due to a site relocation requiring updated environmental assessments. Meanwhile, its European projects in Czechia and Romania continue to advance steadily.