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Challenger has reported a robust FY25 performance, with normalised net profit after tax rising 9% to $456 million and return on equity exceeding targets. The company’s strategic focus on annuities and digital transformation positions it well for continued growth in FY26.

Challenger Limited reported a 9% increase in normalised net profit after tax for FY25, driven by strong Life business cash earnings and resilient Funds Management performance despite net outflows. The company also announced an 11% dividend increase and provided positive FY26 EPS guidance amid ongoing regulatory reforms.

Challenger Limited reported a solid 9% rise in normalised NPAT to $456 million for FY25, alongside an 11% dividend increase to 29.5 cents per share, underscoring its strategic momentum and capital strength. The company’s outlook for FY26 remains positive, with guidance pointing to continued growth and shareholder returns amid evolving retirement income reforms.

Challenger Limited celebrates four decades with a robust 9% rise in net profit and a strategic digital transformation, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia’s retirement income market.

Challenger Limited reported a robust 48% increase in net profit after tax for FY2025, alongside a 4.6% rise in revenue and an 11.3% dividend hike, reflecting improved operational performance and financial resilience.

HUB24 Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.32 per share for the six months ending June 2025, signaling steady shareholder returns ahead of the payment date in October.

HUB24 Limited reported robust FY25 results with revenue climbing 24% to $406.6 million and underlying net profit after tax soaring 44%. The company’s platform funds under administration grew 34%, underpinning a 47% increase in fully franked dividends.

HMC Capital reported a robust FY25 with a 51% rise in operating EPS and a 47% jump in assets under management to $18.7 billion, driven by expansion across multiple funds management divisions.

HMC Capital has reported a record FY25 with pre-tax operating earnings soaring 74% and EPS up 51%, driven by strong asset growth and diversified platform success. The company sets a confident FY26 outlook targeting sustained organic growth and stable dividends.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited reported a robust FY25 with a 16% loan book expansion and a 14% rise in underlying profit before tax, underpinned by operational leverage and strategic regional growth.

HMC Capital Limited reported a record FY25 profit of $265.2 million, driven by strategic acquisitions and growth in digital infrastructure and energy transition sectors. The company also declared a consistent dividend and strengthened its balance sheet with an increased undrawn debt facility.

Platinum Asia Investments Limited (PAI) shares have been suspended following Federal Court approval of a scheme exchanging all shares for units in the Platinum Asia Fund Complex ETF (PAXX). This marks a significant structural shift for PAI investors.