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Citigroup Global Markets Australia has announced an unfranked dividend of AUD 0.204 for its AMC CitiFirst Instalment MINIs, with key dates set for late February and mid-March 2025.

Metrics Income Opportunities Trust has updated its dividend announcement, confirming an ordinary dividend of AUD 0.016 per security for the month ending January 31, 2025, payable on February 10.

Metrics Master Income Trust has confirmed an ordinary dividend of AUD 0.0137 per security for the month ending January 31, 2025, payable on February 10. This update finalises the previously estimated payout, highlighting the trust's steady income distribution approach.

Magellan Financial Group reported a stable funds under management (FUM) figure of A$39.1 billion for January 2025, with flat flows across both retail and institutional segments.

Findi Limited has won a significant contract to deploy 900 additional ATMs for Union Bank of India, promising up to $80 million in revenue over eight years and reinforcing its position in the Indian financial services market.

Australian Food Super (AFS) has initiated a compulsory buy-out of the last remaining convertible securities in Dynamic Group Holdings Limited (DDB) following its near-total takeover. The buy-out offer aligns with an independent expert valuation, signaling the final phase of AFS's consolidation.

REA Group has reported a robust half-year performance for H1 FY25, with revenue climbing 20% to $873 million and net profit surging 26%, driven by strong Australian and Indian market momentum and strategic technology investments.

REA Group has delivered a robust first half FY25 performance, posting a 20% revenue increase and a 26% rise in net profit, underpinned by strong Australian and Indian market growth. The company also announced a 26% higher interim dividend, signaling confidence in its ongoing momentum.

REA Group Ltd has delivered a robust half-year performance, reporting a 20% increase in revenue to $872.9 million and a 26% rise in net profit after tax to $313.9 million, driven by strong growth in both Australian and Indian markets.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced estimated cash distributions for three Australian iShares ETFs, outlining key dates and reinvestment options for investors.

Merchant House International Limited has voluntarily suspended trading on the ASX following the resignation of its only Australian director, Ian Burton. The suspension is expected to last until a new Australian director is appointed, anticipated by late February.

Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited has extended its on-market buy-back facility for another year, updating broker details and increasing the maximum shares to be repurchased as part of ongoing capital management.