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Kina Securities Limited reported a robust 37% jump in statutory net profit after tax for the half year ended June 2025, driven by solid revenue growth and expanding loan portfolios. The bank also declared a higher interim dividend, reflecting confidence in its financial strength.

Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund has released its inaugural annual report, revealing a strong start with $41.9 million profit before tax and distributions of 8.21 cents per unit following a $302.8 million IPO. The Fund’s diversified commercial real estate portfolio spans senior loans, mezzanine debt, and equity investments across Australia and New Zealand.

Metrics Master Income Trust (MXT) reported a solid FY2025 with $2.44 billion in assets under management following a $315 million capital raise, while delivering an annual net return of 8.17%, outperforming its benchmark.

Metrics Income Opportunities Trust reported a 6.6% increase in profit for FY25, achieving an 8.8% net return and maintaining strong portfolio diversification in private credit assets.

Talius Group Limited reported a 21% increase in sales revenue for the first half of 2025, driven by strong hardware sales and recurring software subscriptions. The company also completed a major contract rollout and achieved significant cost reductions, positioning itself for growth amid evolving aged care sector dynamics.

Associate Global Partners Limited reported a 14% revenue increase to $7.085 million for FY2025, driven by strong fund growth and improved performance fees. The net loss after tax narrowed significantly to $171,000, reflecting operational progress despite no dividend declaration.

DroneShield Limited has reported a record half-year performance with revenues soaring 210% to A$72.3 million and a robust sales pipeline exceeding A$2.3 billion, underpinned by rising global defense spending and advanced AI counterdrone technology.

WiseTech Global reported a robust FY25 with 14% revenue growth and a 17% rise in net profit, underpinned by a transformative $2.1 billion acquisition of e2open and strategic leadership changes.

Proteomics International Laboratories reported a 26% increase in losses for FY2025, driven by higher operational costs as it advances its Promarker® diagnostic pipeline. Despite an 8% rise in revenue from ordinary activities, total income slipped 2%, underscoring ongoing commercialisation challenges.

NH3 Clean Energy has launched the FEED phase for its WAH2 clean ammonia project, advancing environmental approvals and commercial negotiations with potential strategic partners.

Touch Ventures Limited reported a significantly reduced net loss of $4.8 million for H1 2025, reflecting improved portfolio performance and a fresh five-year management agreement. Key strategic moves include a write-down of Sendle and a post-period valuation uplift in Ordermentum.

Canterbury Resources has announced a non-renounceable Share Purchase Plan to raise up to $0.75 million at a discounted price of 2 cents per share, offering eligible shareholders a chance to increase their holdings without brokerage fees.