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L1 Global Long Short Fund Limited has successfully completed its shortfall offer bookbuild, prompting a $62 million institutional placement at $1.63 per share, adding to a total raise of up to $415 million. Trading is set to resume immediately following the announcement.

Harmoney has secured a $15 million revolving debt facility from a major Australian bank, refinancing its previous loan at a significantly lower margin and underpinning future growth.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reveals a strategic acquisition of RACQ Bank’s retail portfolio and outlines a comprehensive AML remediation plan, positioning itself for growth and enhanced operational resilience.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has agreed to acquire RACQ Bank’s retail lending assets and deposits, expanding its customer base and enhancing geographic diversity. The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings and align with the bank’s 2030 return targets.

Cash Converters has completed a $37.1 million acquisition of 29 franchise stores across Australia’s East Coast, aiming to boost earnings and operational efficiency from year one.

Queste Communications reported a slight net cash outflow from operations in November 2025 but maintains robust liquidity supported by a substantial loan facility and liquid ASX-listed investments.

Microequities Asset Management Group delivered a robust November trading update, driven by strong returns in its Pure Microcap Value Fund and a final performance payment from a special purpose vehicle, pushing half-year profits above last year’s level.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in full financing for its Phase One Lionheart project, marking a pivotal step toward producing carbon-neutral lithium hydroxide in Germany by 2028. The €2.2 billion package combines debt, equity, and government grants, underpinning robust project economics and strategic partnerships.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in a €2.2 billion financing package to fully fund Phase One of its Lionheart lithium and renewable energy project in Germany, marking a pivotal move from development to construction. The project aims to supply Europe with low-carbon lithium for electric vehicle batteries alongside renewable power and heat.

QuickFee Limited has completed a $28.5 million capital return following the sale of its US Pay Now and Connect businesses, while updating its dividend policy to target regular shareholder cash distributions starting in FY26.

Ryder Capital Limited has announced an on-market buy-back program targeting up to 7.56 million ordinary shares, signaling a strategic move in capital management starting December 2025.

Evolution Trustees Limited announces the final distribution for Seed Financial Income Fund Active ETF (ASX, SFIF) for the period ending 30 November 2025, including key dates and reinvestment plan details.