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Aurora Labs has been awarded a $544,333 Defence Industry Development Grant to expand its production capabilities for gas turbine propulsion systems, reinforcing Australia’s sovereign defence manufacturing.

VanEck Investments Limited has released a replacement Product Disclosure Statement for its VanEck Bentham Global Capital Securities Active ETF (ASX, GCAP), outlining an actively managed strategy focused on global subordinated debt securities with income and diversification benefits.

Dominion Income Trust 1 (ASX, DN1) has successfully completed a $45.45 million placement, issuing new units at a slight discount to the last closing price. The capital raised will be invested in floating rate notes aligned with the Fund’s strategy.

Sarytogan Graphite Limited’s flagship deposit in Kazakhstan has been designated a Strategic Project under the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act, positioning it as a key supplier for Europe’s battery and industrial sectors.

Life360, Inc. reported a strong Q1 2025 with 32% revenue growth to $103.6 million, driven by a 33% increase in subscription revenue and a return to profitability with $4.4 million net income. The company also advanced its strategic positioning through a $4.5 million acquisition and a key partnership.

Computershare Limited reaffirmed its FY25 guidance at the Macquarie Australia Conference, projecting a 15% increase in management EPS supported by strong revenue growth and disciplined capital management.

Westpac Banking Corporation posted a slight 1% decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, underpinned by strong growth in business and institutional lending and a resilient balance sheet amid global volatility.

Clime Investment Management has been appointed lead manager for a significant US public offer fund by Sphinx Investments, with initial allocations of $183 million AUD pending SEC approval. The move marks a strategic expansion into the US market, complemented by new wholesale offerings and a partnership with a Dallas-based equities manager.

DGR Global Limited reported steady progress in project generation and strategic investments during Q1 2025, while navigating ongoing legal challenges and securing a $23.5 million funding facility to support operations and refinancing.

Goodman Group delivered a robust half-year performance with operating profit up 8.4% and statutory profit swinging to a $799.8 million gain. The industrial property giant also announced a $4 billion equity raise to fuel its expanding data centre and logistics developments.

SEEK Limited's FY2025 half-year results reveal a 4% decline in sales revenue amid softer job ad volumes, yet the company impressively increased its interim dividend by 26%, supported by strong free cash flow growth.

Dexus reports a 13.9% decline in Adjusted Funds from Operations for HY25, alongside a reduced distribution payout, while maintaining a robust balance sheet and advancing sustainability initiatives.