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Australian Finance Group (ASX:AFG) reported a 22.7% lift in Q3 FY26 mortgage lodgements to $29.54 billion, marking its strongest March quarter despite rising interest rates and subdued refinancing activity.

Tian An Australia Limited reported a statutory profit of $23.4 million for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by strong property development sales and a gain from restructuring its major shareholder loan. The company progressed multiple residential projects and improved its net asset position amid a recovering housing market.

Simonds Group Limited has reported a robust 1H FY26 performance with a 14% revenue increase and strategic entry into Western Australia, signalling confidence in sustained growth.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, balancing lending growth with margin pressures and increased technology investment.

Australian Finance Group has reported a record-breaking surge in mortgage lodgements for Q2 FY2026, driven by strong broker performance and robust growth in Western Australia.

Finbar Group has achieved over 70% presales for its Palmyra West Apartments project, signalling strong market demand ahead of construction starting in March 2026.

Peet Limited forecasts a robust FY26 with net profit after tax expected between $74 million and $78 million, signaling a 26% to 34% increase over the previous year amid strong market demand and operational momentum.

Mirvac Group reported a strong start to FY26 with a 79% surge in residential lot sales and a strategic joint venture with Mitsubishi Estate unlocking $450 million in capital. The company reaffirmed its full-year earnings guidance amid robust leasing and development progress.

Cedar Woods Properties Limited delivered a robust FY25 with a 19% increase in net profit, underpinned by a diversified project portfolio and favourable market conditions. The company signals continued growth with a 10% NPAT guidance for FY26, supported by strong presales and strategic partnerships.

Helia Group reports a robust 38% rise in statutory net profit for the first half of 2025, alongside a special dividend declaration, while navigating looming challenges from government policy shifts and lender contract changes.

Finbar Group reports a resilient FY25 with a 16% rise in underlying profit and a robust $1 billion development pipeline, underpinned by strong sales and strategic focus.

ASB’s full-year profit slipped slightly despite solid growth in home and business lending, as the bank invests heavily in technology and housing initiatives.