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Findi Limited lowers its FY26 operating revenue and EBITDA guidance, citing integration costs and funding delays, but reports operational improvements following a $25 million equity raise and appoints a new Chief Commercial Officer.

L1 Long Short Fund Limited (ASX:LSF) has declared a fully franked 3.7 cent dividend, continuing a trend of rising payouts amid a standout 44.7% net return over the past year, significantly outperforming the ASX200AI benchmark.

WAM Strategic Value Limited updates its fully franked interim dividend details for FY2026, confirming a 3.25 cent per share payout and clarifying its Dividend Reinvestment Plan pricing and mechanics.

Plenti Group Limited (ASX:PLT) has smashed its $3 billion loan portfolio target two months ahead of schedule, delivering a 117% surge in cash profit before tax to $30.8 million for FY26. The fintech lender’s growth was fuelled by record loan originations, robust credit performance, and strategic technology investments.

Smartgroup posted robust 2025 results with record customer growth and accelerated EV leasing, backed by strategic digital investments and a $20 million share buy-back plan following fleet portfolio sales.

Klevo Rewards is pursuing an Australian Credit Licence acquisition to enable crypto-centric credit products for Fly Wallet users, aiming to reduce declined transactions and boost platform utility.

Humm Group reported a 5.1% rise in average assets under management to $5.4 billion in 3Q26, despite lower loan originations and ongoing corporate irregular costs. Credit quality remains stable as the company navigates macroeconomic headwinds and strategic product transitions.

The ACCC has given the green light for Zurich’s acquisition of ClearView, clearing a major regulatory hurdle. With board and Crescent Capital Partners backing the deal, the transaction edges closer to completion, pending further approvals.

oOh!media posts solid early 2026 revenue growth and launches a $12 million annual savings program, while exiting retail media and navigating takeover bids.

Klevo Rewards reports a 164% year-on-year jump in Fly Wallet’s processed Gross Dollar Value to $344 million, driven by international transactions. The company sees a $15.2 million opportunity to recapture missed revenue from declined payments due to insufficient funds.

Sequoia Financial Group has pushed back its interim dividend payment to 3 June 2026, citing ongoing Federal Court proceedings triggered by ASIC over the contested sale of its InterPrac subsidiary.

News Corporation reported a 9% revenue increase to $2.185 billion in Q3 FY2026, driven by growth across its media and real estate segments, but net income attributable to stockholders declined 14% amid rising costs and restructuring.