Latest Investment Companies News

Diversified United Investment Limited (DUI) has registered its Scheme Booklet with ASIC, proposing a merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited (AUI). The Independent Expert concludes the merger is in the best interests of DUI shareholders, with directors unanimously recommending a vote in favour.

Queste Communications Ltd (ASX:QUE) reported a modest company-level profit for H1 2025 but a consolidated loss driven by challenges in its associate investments, notably Bentley Capital Limited. The company’s financial performance remains closely tied to the share price movements of Strike Resources Limited.

Clime Investment Management reports a strong half-year operating profit surge and proposes a fully franked interim dividend, while streamlining its business to target sophisticated investors.

Associate Global Partners Limited reported a significantly reduced half-year loss and modest growth in funds under management, underpinned by strong inflows and strategic capital raising.

Tian An Australia Limited reported a remarkable turnaround in FY2025, posting a statutory profit of $23.4 million on $84 million revenue, driven by the completion of The Henley, Enfield project and a significant gain from debt restructuring.

Thorney Technologies reported a sharply reduced half-year profit amid challenging market conditions but extended its share buyback to support shareholder value.

SolGold shareholders have approved the recommended cash acquisition by Jiangxi Copper, a move that directly impacts DGR Global’s substantial investment in the company. Completion awaits court approval and further conditions.

SIV Capital Limited reported a 29.7% increase in its half-year loss to $172,763, with revenue down 41%, while its ASX suspension continues as it pursues a confidential transaction to regain listing status.

Argo Global Listed Infrastructure Limited has reported a sharp 72% decline in half-year profit for the period ending December 2025, driven by unrealised fair value losses on its investment portfolio. Despite this, the company has declared a higher fully franked interim dividend of 4.5 cents per share.

Perpetual Equity Investment Company Limited reported a robust net profit increase for the first half of 2026 and maintained its fully franked interim dividend, reinforcing its commitment to reliable shareholder income amid market uncertainties.

WAM Strategic Value Limited has reported a robust half-year performance, with net profit soaring 158.6% and an increased fully franked interim dividend. The company’s investment portfolio outperformed the market, underpinning strong shareholder returns.

Diversified United Investment Limited reported a modest profit increase for the half year ending December 2025, alongside a stable dividend and a proposed merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited.