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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.

BKI Investment Company reported a solid half-year performance with a 7% rise in operating results and a 1% increase in fully franked dividends, driven by a strategic portfolio rotation favoring resource stocks aligned with global growth themes.

Iluka Resources reported a strong finish to 2025 with record zircon and rutile production, while advancing its Eneabba rare earth refinery and navigating softer zircon prices amid cautious 2026 guidance.

Eureka Group Holdings has acquired Nagambie Lifestyle Park for $11 million, marking its ninth all-age rental community and reinforcing its affordable housing strategy in regional Victoria.

Ryman Healthcare has reported its first positive free cash flow in over a decade, driven by cost reductions and stronger sales momentum, while upgrading its sales guidance for FY26.

Reece Limited reported an 8% rise in first-quarter sales driven by network expansion, while profitability dipped due to higher costs and investments. The company also completed a $365 million share buyback, signaling confidence despite subdued market conditions.

Nationwide Building Society reports a solid first half of 2025 with underlying profit before tax rising to £977 million, driven by strong mortgage and deposit growth following its acquisition of Virgin Money. The Group maintains robust capital and credit quality while delivering significant value to members.

Oceania Healthcare Limited reported a robust 1HY26 performance, marked by increased sales volumes, improved care profitability, and disciplined capital management. The company’s strategic focus on sales, operational excellence, and debt reduction sets a solid foundation for sustainable growth.

Oceania Healthcare reports a robust interim result for the six months to September 2025, with significant earnings growth, improved sales, and a reduction in debt gearing. The company’s strategic focus on cost control, capital management, and sustainable care delivery underpins its positive outlook despite housing market headwinds.

James Hardie Industries reports a 34% jump in Q2 FY26 net sales driven by the AZEK acquisition and European growth, while grappling with margin pressures and integration costs.

News Corporation reported a 2% revenue increase to $2.144 billion for Q1 FY2026, driven by growth in Dow Jones and Digital Real Estate Services, while Book Publishing faced headwinds. Net income rose 4% to $150 million, supported by operational efficiencies and a robust balance sheet.

FBR Limited has inked a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Fraser Lyne Constructions for the sale of a Hadrian® bricklaying robot unit valued at A$7.8 million, aiming to tackle New South Wales' housing shortage with advanced automation.