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Tian An Australia Limited reported a statutory profit of $23.4 million for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by strong property development sales and a gain from restructuring its major shareholder loan. The company progressed multiple residential projects and improved its net asset position amid a recovering housing market.

Insignia Financial Limited will be removed from the S&P/ASX 200 Index ahead of its acquisition by Daintree BidCo, with 4DMedical Limited stepping in on April 20, 2026.

Whitefield Income Limited has declared fully franked monthly dividends of 0.583 cents per share for April through June 2026, delivering an annualised yield of 8.3% based on the March 31 share price. The company continues its approach of combining steady monthly payments with potential half yearly top-ups.

Freelancer Limited has delivered a landmark FY25 with record profitability, a major NASA contract win, and significant AI-driven growth across its marketplaces and payment services.

WhiteHawk (ASX: WHK) has acquired Quixxi, gaining the Clarity AI platform to extend its cybersecurity services into the burgeoning global AI governance sector. The deal positions WhiteHawk at the convergence of cybersecurity, data governance, and AI risk management amid rapid market growth and regulatory momentum.

GQG Partners reported a decline in funds under management to USD 162.5 billion at the end of March 2026, driven by significant net outflows partially offset by strong investment returns amid market volatility.

Diversified United Investment Limited (DUI) has finalised the exchange ratio for its proposed merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited (AUI), with a shareholder meeting scheduled for 16 April 2026 to approve the scheme.

Sequoia Financial Group has provided an update on the proposed sale of InterPrac Financial Planning to Conquest Investment Partners, highlighting ASIC’s court action seeking receiver appointment over certain guarantees and ongoing discussions with ASX regarding shareholder approval.

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) has moved closer to fully acquiring Barrenjoey Capital Partners, proposing to increase its ownership to 100% through a share issuance. The transaction, valued at approximately A$1.6 billion, has received positive market response and awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Spheria Emerging Companies Limited (ASX:SEC) has reported its shares traded at an average premium to pre-tax NTA over the 2025-26 financial year, successfully passing a key conditional proposal and confirming its continued status as a listed investment company (LIC).

Insignia Financial has received Foreign Investment Review Board approval for its proposed acquisition by Daintree BidCo, clearing a key regulatory hurdle. The scheme now awaits shareholder and court approvals, with the board recommending shareholder support.

Sequoia Financial Group Ltd has admitted to unintentionally breaching ASX Listing Rule 15.7 after its CEO disclosed details of the InterPrac Financial Planning sale to a journalist during a trading halt. The company is reviewing its continuous disclosure practices to prevent future occurrences.