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ASIC has imposed an interim stop order on the La Trobe Australian Credit Fund’s 12 Month Term Account due to alleged deficiencies in its Target Market Determination, pausing new investments while issues are addressed.

Challenger Limited has announced the Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue price for its final 2025 dividend at $8.3615 per share, with a modest 2% participation rate leading to the issuance of approximately 266,000 new shares.

Prospech Limited’s PRSO securities have been suspended from trading pending compliance with ASX rules, raising questions about the company’s regulatory standing.

Smartpay Holdings Limited shareholders are set to vote on a proposed NZ$1.20 per share cash acquisition by Shift4 Holdings Limited, with the Board unanimously recommending the deal. The scheme offers a significant premium amid regulatory and competitive challenges.

Revolution Private Credit Income Trust has released comprehensive rules for its Distribution Reinvestment Plan, outlining how investors can reinvest distributions into additional units. The plan details eligibility, pricing, and operational procedures, setting the stage for potential shifts in investor participation and capital structure.

Sequoia Financial Group has announced the reinstatement of its on-market share buy-back program, aiming to repurchase up to 10% of its shares over the next year to boost shareholder value.

Shine Justice Ltd has announced an on-market buy-back of up to 10% of its ordinary shares, set to begin in October 2025 and run for a year. This move signals a strategic capital management initiative without requiring shareholder approval.

AMP Limited has announced a quarterly distribution of AUD 1.8508 per AMP Capital Notes 2 security, payable in December 2025, reflecting a partly franked yield based on current market rates.

Assetora Limited has locked in a $3 million private placement from CloudTech Group, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet and fuel expansion plans. The deal unfolds in two tranches, with key conditions tied to audited reports and ASX reinstatement.

AMP has reached settlement agreements with several insurers over claims related to historical remediation programs, recovering approximately A$44 million to date while negotiations continue with others.

AMP has reached an agreement in principle to settle a long-running class action over fees and interest rates on certain superannuation funds, agreeing to pay $120 million subject to court approval.

WhiteHawk Limited and DoxAI have forged a three-year strategic partnership to integrate AI-driven automation with advanced cyber risk and compliance solutions, aiming to accelerate digital transformation across key sectors in North America and Australia.