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Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported an 8% rise in net profit to $10.1 billion for FY25, supported by steady lending growth and a 5% revenue increase. The bank declared a fully franked final dividend of 260 cents per share, underscoring its robust capital position and ongoing technology modernization.

PM Capital Global Opportunities Fund Limited reported a robust 33.98% rise in profit after tax to $168.2 million for FY25, alongside a raised fully franked final dividend of 6.0 cents per share. The fund’s portfolio outperformed key benchmarks, reflecting strategic positioning amid structural global economic changes.

AVITA Medical reported a 21% revenue increase in Q2 2025 driven by expanded sales and new product launches, yet continues to face net losses and liquidity challenges requiring loan covenant waivers.

QBE Insurance Group reported robust half-year results with a 6% increase in gross written premiums and a notable improvement in underwriting profitability. The insurer’s strategic portfolio management and resilient investment performance underpin a confident outlook for 2025.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd (ETM) has won the bid for the Penouta mine in Spain, the EU’s sole tin-tantalum-niobium producer, raising A$10 million to support the acquisition and development amid regulatory hurdles.

Light & Wonder reported a slight revenue dip in Q2 2025 but expanded earnings and margins, fueled by its $850 million Grover acquisition and a strategic shift to a sole ASX listing.

Heavy Rare Earths Limited (ASX – HRE) has struck a binding agreement to acquire an 80% interest in the Prospect Hill tin project, South Australia’s largest and most advanced tin deposit, expanding its footprint in critical minerals.

Argo Investments has announced a record fully franked final dividend of 20 cents per share, marking an 11.1% increase, supported by a full-year profit of $259.8 million and strong portfolio performance.

BirdDog Technology Limited reported a 6.9% increase in quarterly sales to A$4.3 million, driven by the successful launch of two next-generation broadcast products and a strong cash position ahead of a planned share buy-back.

Kingsgate Consolidated Ltd reported a robust June quarter with Chatree Gold Mine maintaining gold production above 20,000 ounces and achieving a record All-in Sustaining Cost margin of US$1,240 per ounce. Operational efficiencies and exploration progress position the company well for FY26.

European Lithium Limited reported strong Q2 2025 progress with significant share sales in Critical Metals Corp raising over A$12.8 million, alongside promising exploration and development updates across Greenland, Austria, Ireland, and Australia.

Netlinkz Limited reported $979,000 in quarterly receipts and a landmark $1 million VSN license sale in the Philippines, while advancing significant cost reductions and debt restructuring efforts.