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Manuka Resources has restructured A$18.2 million of trade finance debt with Tennant Metals, converting part to equity and easing its capital costs ahead of a major silver production ramp-up in 2026.

L1 Group has completed its merger with Platinum Asset Management, forming a $16.9 billion investment powerhouse focused on stabilising funds under management and unlocking significant cost synergies.

Carlton Investments reported a slight rise in net profit and an 8.7% increase in dividends for FY2025, while its investment portfolio grew nearly 60% over five years despite recent market fluctuations.

Suzerain Investments Holdings Limited has initiated an off-market takeover bid for all remaining shares of Entertainment Rewards Ltd (EAT) at $0.022 per share, a substantial premium over recent trading prices. The offer comes with unanimous support from EAT's Independent Board Committee, subject to regulatory approvals and an independent expert's fairness opinion.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has launched a Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders a discounted entry point to increase their holdings, aiming to raise up to $48.1 million to fuel portfolio growth and deliver steady dividends.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has successfully completed an oversubscribed $120.2 million placement, reflecting robust investor confidence since its April 2025 IPO. The company also declared a fully franked dividend for October and provided guidance for upcoming months.

BKI Investment Company Limited reported a steady financial performance for FY2025, raising its ordinary dividend by 1% to 7.90 cents per share. The company remains confident in maintaining dividends in FY2026, supported by a diversified portfolio and positive economic outlook.

INOVIQ Limited has raised $11.5 million through a $9.5 million placement and a $2 million share purchase plan to accelerate the development and commercialisation of its EXO-OC ovarian cancer test and exosome therapeutic program.

Queste Communications reports steady investment holdings and a robust cash reserve of over $4 million for the quarter ending September 2025, underpinned by its controlling stake in Orion Equities.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has declared a fully franked dividend for October 2025, reflecting robust portfolio gains since its April launch and providing dividend guidance through year-end.

Underwood Capital Limited has announced an extension of its on-market share buyback program, aiming to repurchase up to 10% of its shares over the next year as its stock trades below net asset value.

Uscom Limited has struck a deal to sell its entire business to Singapore-based AXO Medtech VCC for $2.59 million, aiming to unlock capital for growth under new ownership. Shareholder approval is the next critical step before the transaction can proceed.