Latest Franking News

GrainCorp reported a robust first half of FY25 with improved earnings and upgraded guidance, underpinned by strong East Coast grain volumes and operational resilience.

GrainCorp Limited reported a strong first half with revenue up 21% to $4.09 billion and net profit rising 17% to $58.1 million, prompting an increased dividend and share buy-back program.

WCM Global Growth Limited has announced an increased fully franked dividend for Q3 FY2025, alongside a progressive dividend policy forecasting steady growth through FY2026. The company’s strong investment performance underpins this confident outlook.

Smartgroup Corporation Limited reported robust financial growth in 2024, driven by record customer numbers and a significant rise in electric vehicle leasing, positioning the company for a sustainable future.

Aristocrat Leisure Limited has announced an ordinary unfranked dividend of AUD 0.44 per share for the six months ending March 2025, with key dates set for May and July.

Cash Converters International Limited reveals a strategic shift towards sustainable, lower-cost lending and expands its global footprint through targeted franchise acquisitions in Australia and the UK.

ResMed Inc has updated the foreign exchange rate for its upcoming dividend payable to ASX-listed CDI holders, impacting the Australian dollar equivalent of the payout.

AVJennings Limited has announced a proposed $0.655 per share acquisition scheme by PM Nominees C Pty Ltd, an investment vehicle of Proprium Capital Partners and AVID, offering shareholders a near 100% premium over recent trading prices. The scheme, supported unanimously by the board and an independent expert, awaits shareholder and court approval.

Domain Holdings Australia has agreed to a $3 billion acquisition by CoStar Group, offering shareholders $4.43 per share and a potential special dividend, with strong board and major shareholder backing.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 1.4663 per security for its perpetual capital notes, payable in June 2025 with partial franking.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced a quarterly ordinary dividend of AUD 1.7124 per security on its perpetual capital notes, with a 35% franking rate and a total distribution yield of 6.79% per annum.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% increase in net profit to A$3.7 billion for FY25, driven by strong asset management and banking results despite a dip in commodities. The group also extended its $2 billion share buyback and declared a solid final dividend.