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BlackRock Investment Management has announced an estimated distribution of 176.55 cents per unit for its iShares MSCI South Korea ETF for the period ending June 30, 2025, predominantly sourced from foreign income.

Betashares Capital Ltd has released the estimated annual distribution components for its Global Shares Currency Hedged ETF (HGBL) for the 2024-25 financial year, highlighting a nuanced mix of foreign income and capital gains.

FAR Limited shareholders receive clarity as the Australian Taxation Office confirms the recent 8-cent per share capital return is not a dividend for tax purposes.

Lendlease has completed the $235 million sale of its 70% stake in Capella Capital to Sojitz Corporation, advancing its broader $2.5 billion capital recycling strategy aimed at simplifying the group and focusing on core Australian operations.

Santos Limited has received a compelling non-binding proposal from the XRG Consortium to acquire the company at a significant premium, prompting the board to engage in due diligence and negotiations. This move could reshape the Australian energy landscape if finalized.

Hawsons Iron Limited is raising up to $1 million through a discounted Share Purchase Plan to fund critical project development while continuing strategic investor discussions.

Merchant House International Limited reported a 38% reduction in net loss for FY2025, driven by asset sales and operational wind-down. The company is moving towards divesting remaining assets, delisting from ASX, and winding up.

Core Lithium has terminated its legacy spodumene offtake agreement with Yahua through a $2 million cash settlement, unlocking strategic flexibility for its Finniss Lithium Operation restart plans.

Clime Investment Management has been appointed lead manager for a significant US public offer fund by Sphinx Investments, with initial allocations of $183 million AUD pending SEC approval. The move marks a strategic expansion into the US market, complemented by new wholesale offerings and a partnership with a Dallas-based equities manager.

Lendlease Group has reported a statutory profit after tax of $48 million for the half year ended December 2024, reversing a prior loss and announcing a 6.0 cent interim distribution. The company is advancing key asset sales including Capella Capital and its US Military Housing business as part of its strategic transformation.

Xref Limited shareholders convened to vote on SEEK Limited’s proposed $0.218 per share acquisition, representing a substantial premium over recent trading prices. The outcome hinges on shareholder and court approval, marking a pivotal moment for the software company’s future.

Lendlease has agreed to sell Capella Capital for $235 million and completed the $516 million sale of its US Military Housing business, reinforcing its strategy to streamline operations and reduce funding needs.