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Nufarm Finance (NZ) Limited reported a 4.1% increase in net profit after tax to NZD 10.35 million for the half-year ended 31 March 2025, driven by higher interest rates. The company declared an interim distribution of NZD 4.31 per security, payable in October 2024.

Chorus Limited has lodged a replacement Product Disclosure Statement for its $170 million Capital Notes offer, confirming S&P’s equity content treatment and updating key offer dates and terms.

Sietel Limited’s half-year results to March 2025 reveal an 11% revenue drop and a near 50% plunge in net profit, reflecting tough market conditions in property leasing and startup investments.

MA Financial Group is set to acquire Melbourne-based IP Generation, adding $2 billion in assets and boosting its real estate management platform to over $12 billion AUM. The deal is expected to enhance earnings in FY25 and deepen MA’s presence in the retail real estate sector.

Elixinol Wellness Ltd has raised $1.5 million through a mix of debt and equity to boost automation and expand its key brands, including Healthy Chef and Soul Seeds.

Dexus Industria REIT has upgraded its FY25 funds from operations guidance, citing lower finance costs and improved returns from Jandakot Airport. Distribution targets remain steady.

Macarthur Minerals has secured $250,000 through unsecured convertible notes to bolster its working capital and support ongoing operations amid challenging market conditions.

360 Capital Mortgage REIT has secured a new $9.2 million senior loan and extended a $17.6 million facility, enhancing its portfolio diversification and maintaining its FY25 distribution guidance.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited has announced a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.81682 per capital note, payable in August 2025. This payment reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to rewarding investors amid stable market conditions.

Adherium Limited has locked in $900,000 through convertible notes to fund the expansion of its Hailie® Smartinhaler® platform in the US, pending shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM.

State Street Global Advisors updates its SPDR Fixed Income ETFs with new iBoxx branding and significant fee reductions effective June 2025, enhancing cost competitiveness for investors.

State Street Global Advisors announces significant fee reductions and rebranding for its SPDR Australian Bond ETFs, aligning with the iBoxx index series to enhance market positioning and investor appeal.