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PointsBet Holdings has issued a second supplementary target’s statement reaffirming its unanimous recommendation to accept MIXI Australia’s $1.25 per share cash takeover offer, despite a competing all-scrip bid from betr Entertainment. MIXI’s conditional price increase to $1.30 is unlikely as it cannot secure 90% ownership.

CI1 reported a sharp 57% revenue decline in FY25 but reduced its comprehensive loss by 64% through strategic disposals and capital returns. The company’s financial services operations in Australia and Singapore faced tough market conditions, prompting a portfolio reshaping.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited has announced updated estimated distribution amounts for three of its ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA Market for the period ending 31 August 2025, alongside key dates for investors to note.

humm Group Limited reported a remarkable 458% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by strong asset growth and effective cost management. The company also announced a final dividend and highlighted ongoing technology transformation and ESG commitments.

MA Credit Income Trust has closed its Shortfall Offer ahead of schedule after demand exceeded the $190.5 million target, while updating the timetable for its upcoming Entitlement Offer.

WT Financial Group (ASX, WTL) reported a 20.5% rise in FY2025 net profit after tax to $4.6 million, driven by strong revenue growth and operational leverage. The company declared a fully-franked dividend of 0.7 cents per share, underpinned by its expanding B2B financial advice network and proprietary risk management framework.

Sequoia Financial Group reported a 13.7% rise in operating profit for FY25, driven by significant growth in funds under advice and operational efficiencies. The company declared a fully franked final dividend, signaling confidence despite ongoing regulatory investigations.

Sequoia Financial Group reported steady revenue but a sharp profit decline in FY25, driven by divestments and goodwill impairment. The company simplified its business structure and strengthened governance while maintaining dividend payouts.

PointsBet Holdings Limited has issued a supplementary statement urging shareholders to reject betr Entertainment’s increased scrip offer, reaffirming support for MIXI Australia’s competing cash bid. The board highlights risks tied to betr’s offer and underscores the superior value of the MIXI proposal.

Perpetual Limited reported a resilient FY25 with a slight dip in underlying profit, offset by strong asset growth and progress on its Simplification Program and Wealth Management sale.

Perpetual Limited has announced an ordinary unfranked dividend of AUD 0.54 per share for the half-year ending June 2025, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan offering shareholders a choice to reinvest without discount.

Count Limited reported a remarkable 705% increase in profit after tax for FY2025, driven by successful acquisitions and operational synergies. The company also declared a fully franked final dividend of 2.75 cents per share, underscoring confidence in sustained growth.