Latest Funding And Liquidity News

Bailador Technology Investments (ASX:BTI) posted a 64% drop in net profit to $6.9 million for FY26, amid a 55% fall in gains on financial assets. Despite this, the fund declared a fully franked 3.5 cent dividend and highlighted strong AI adoption and growth across its private tech portfolio.

Yowie Group has doubled its half-year profit to US$0.9 million amid a 16% revenue decline, driven by a US customer range cut and elevated cocoa costs impacting Australia. The confectionery maker advances its turnaround with new product launches and legal wins, while navigating ongoing funding and legacy loan challenges.

Provaris Energy has raised $1 million through a share placement to fund key 2026 development milestones in hydrogen and liquid CO2 storage, reinforcing its technical progress and partnerships.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported a slight increase in its Common Equity Tier 1 ratio to 11.38% for the quarter ended March 2026, driven by net profit and capital inflows. Risk-weighted assets rose 1.75%, largely due to loan portfolio expansion and a new operational risk capital overlay.

Harvest Technology Group’s half-year report reveals a 50% revenue decline and a widening net loss, offset by a $6 million funding facility and strategic partnerships.

Thorney Technologies reported a sharply reduced half-year profit amid challenging market conditions but extended its share buyback to support shareholder value.

Latitude Group Holdings Limited reported a robust 59% increase in Cash NPAT for FY25, driven by strong volume growth and margin expansion, while declaring a fully franked 9.00 cents per share dividend.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported progress on its Chvaletice and Bécancour manganese projects, securing funding amendments and advancing permitting despite ongoing financial pressures. The company is positioned to benefit from growing demand for high-purity manganese in lithium-ion batteries amid evolving market dynamics.

Judo Capital Holdings has delivered a robust 1H26 result, posting a 26% half-on-half profit before tax increase and upgrading its net interest margin guidance for the second half. The bank’s SME lending franchise continues to expand rapidly, supported by strong deposit growth and a solid capital position.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a steady net profit of AUD 1.9 billion for the first quarter of 2026, underpinned by stable margins and robust capital ratios. The bank’s credit quality and funding position remain resilient amid a cautious economic outlook.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s latest Basel III Pillar 3 disclosures reveal steady capital adequacy ratios and proactive adaptation to evolving regulatory standards as of December 2025.

Macquarie Group has reported a solid third quarter for FY26, with significant profit gains in asset management and capital divisions, alongside steady growth in banking services. The group maintains a strong capital buffer, positioning itself well despite a cautious economic outlook.