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One microcap exploded higher on a tiny capital raise, while several software names were sold hard despite reporting growth. The week split cleanly between “cash in the bank” stories and “still burning cash” worries.

Iress Limited reported a 7.4% revenue decline to $556.3 million for FY25 but achieved a 21.5% rise in profit before tax, declaring a fully franked final dividend of 13 cents per share. The company sharpened its focus on core Wealth and Trading software businesses while advancing sustainability and AI innovation.

Bravura Solutions reports robust half-year growth with nearly 10% revenue increase, a fresh leadership appointment, and strategic expansion into the UK pensions market.

Bravura Solutions reported a solid 9.8% increase in underlying revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, despite the absence of prior non-recurring licence sale income. The company also announced a new CEO appointment and declared both interim and special dividends.

Reckon Limited has reported a robust 66.7% increase in net profit for the 2025 financial year, driven by strong revenue growth and the acquisition of Cashflow Manager. The company maintains its dividend policy amid expanding subscription revenues.

Iress Ltd has responded to recent media speculation about a potential acquisition, clarifying it cannot confirm any deal terms while continuing discussions with multiple parties.

Iress launches a comprehensive FY26 business efficiency program targeting a 25% cash EBITDA margin, while narrowing its FY25 guidance and welcoming a new CEO.

Bravura Solutions has raised its FY26 revenue and cash EBITDA guidance, citing a strong British pound and increased project activity in EMEA as key growth drivers.

Bravura Solutions has appointed Colin Greenhill as its new Group CEO, effective 1 January 2026, following a comprehensive global search. Greenhill brings over 15 years of leadership experience in financial services software, signaling a strategic step forward for the company.

Stakk Limited reports a striking 158% year-over-year revenue increase in FY25, driven by its Embedded Finance solutions and strategic partnerships. The company’s pivot from B2C to B2B signals a focused growth trajectory into FY26.

Bravura Solutions Limited reported a robust FY25 with revenue growth of 3.1% and a 177% increase in underlying net profit, driven by operational efficiencies and a one-off software licence sale. The company announced a special dividend and continues its leadership transition with an interim CEO in place.

Xero Limited has agreed to acquire Melio Limited, a leading US SMB bill pay platform, for US$2.5 billion, marking a significant leap in its US growth strategy. The deal is backed by a substantial A$1.85 billion equity raise and aims to accelerate revenue and market presence by FY28.