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Morphic Ethical Equities Fund Limited reported a robust turnaround with a $2.96 million profit after tax for the half-year ended December 2024, reversing last year’s losses despite no dividends declared.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia has announced a partially franked dividend of AUD 2.15 for COH CitiFirst Instalments, with key dates set for March and April 2025.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia has announced a 45-cent unfranked dividend for its CitiFirst Self-Funding Instalment MINIs, with key dates aligned to CPU ordinary shares. The dividend will reduce outstanding loan amounts for MINI holders, impacting their financial positions.

VanEck Investments Limited has released its indicative dividends calendar for 2025, outlining expected dividend timings for over 50 exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This comprehensive schedule offers investors clarity on dividend announcements, ex-dates, and payment dates across a diverse range of funds.

Kina Securities confirms its 2024 underlying profit guidance amid a non-cash statutory profit reduction driven by deferred tax asset adjustments and a customer fraud impact.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings has entered a strategic Liquidity Provision Agreement with ViewTrade Australia, aiming to broaden investor access to OTC securities globally through integrated technology and expanded market channels.

Perpetual Limited has received updated, non-binding proposals from KKR for its Wealth Management and Corporate Trust businesses, but key terms and shareholder proceeds remain uncertain.

Pengana International Equities Limited reported a striking 189% increase in net profit for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, alongside an 11% portfolio return and consistent fully franked dividends.

DomaCom has raised $1.5 million through a private placement with MFL Properties, replacing a prior deal and reinforcing its financial footing to advance technology and investment solutions.

Acorn Capital Investment Fund Limited has been suspended from ASX trading due to a delayed periodic report, raising questions about its compliance and investor transparency.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia has announced a partially franked dividend of AUD 0.12 for the IAG CitiFirst Self-Funding Instalments, aligning key dates with IAG ordinary shares and reducing the outstanding loan balance.

Findi Limited has upgraded its contract with State Bank of India, expanding its ATM deployment by over 2,200 units and significantly increasing revenue and EBITDA projections. The company also outlines strong FY25 guidance and anticipates a major revenue leap in FY26 following the TCPSL acquisition.