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Challenger Limited reported a robust first half of FY25 with a 12% rise in normalized NPAT and a 12% increase in its interim dividend, driven by strong annuity sales and strategic technology investments.

Challenger Limited has reported a robust first half of FY25, with a 12% increase in normalized NPAT and significant strides in annuity sales and technology modernization, positioning the company for sustained growth.

Challenger Limited posted a robust first half of FY25, with normalised net profit after tax rising 12% to $225 million, underpinned by strong Life and Funds Management segments despite softer annuity sales. The company maintains a confident outlook for FY25, forecasting further profit growth.

Challenger Limited reported a robust first half of FY25, delivering a 12% rise in normalised net profit after tax and record annuity sales, underpinned by strategic technology investments and longer tenor products.

Challenger Limited reported a robust 28% increase in statutory net profit after tax to $72 million for 1H25, alongside a 12% rise in normalised net profit and a higher interim dividend. Despite a 12% decline in total life sales, the company’s assets under management grew 12% to $131 billion, reflecting strong operational momentum.

Challenger Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.145 per share for the six months ending December 2024, payable in March 2025. The company’s Dividend Reinvestment Plan remains active, offering shareholders flexibility in managing their returns.

Challenger Limited has reported a robust first half for the 2025 financial year, with net profit after tax climbing 28.2% and an 11.5% increase in its interim dividend, signaling strong momentum in its financial services operations.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited has announced an ordinary dividend of USD 0.025 per share for the six months ending December 31, 2024, payable in April 2025. The dividend is unfranked and will be paid in Australian dollars based on a recent exchange rate.

Morphic Ethical Equities Fund Limited reported a robust turnaround with a $2.96 million profit after tax for the half-year ended December 2024, reversing last year’s losses despite no dividends declared.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia has announced a partially franked dividend of AUD 2.15 for COH CitiFirst Instalments, with key dates set for March and April 2025.

Noble Helium Limited has announced a sweeping board and executive reshuffle following pressure from major shareholders, signaling a strategic reset aimed at strengthening its financial footing and advancing its Tanzanian helium projects.

HiTech Group has reported a robust first half for FY2025, with net profit before tax up 14% and EBITDA rising 8%, underpinned by strong demand for ICT talent and services. The company also declared a fully franked interim dividend of 5 cents per share, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory.