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BKI Investment Company has finalised its on-market share purchases to satisfy its Dividend Reinvestment Plan obligations, setting the DRP price at $1.74 ahead of the 2026 interim dividend payment.

Hearts and Minds Investments Limited reported a dramatic 97% drop in half-year comprehensive income to $3 million, with a largely flat investment portfolio and a significant write-down of Corporate Travel Management shares. Despite this, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.5 cents per share.

AMCIL and AFIC announce a major leadership transition as long-serving CEO Mark Freeman retires, with Alison Gibson appointed to succeed him in July 2026.

Mark Freeman, the long-serving CEO of Mirrabooka Investments and AFIC, is set to retire at the end of 2026, with Alison Gibson appointed as his successor. Gibson’s return marks a significant leadership transition for these major listed investment companies.

Djerriwarrh Investments and Australian Foundation Investment Company announce a major leadership change as Mark Freeman retires and Alison Gibson steps in as CEO and Managing Director.

Australian Foundation Investment Company (AFIC) announces the retirement of long-serving CEO Mark Freeman and the appointment of Alison Gibson as his successor, marking a significant leadership transition for the $12 billion investment firm.

Katana Capital Limited has reported a remarkable 672% increase in half-year profit after tax to $5.8 million, driven by strong investment income and gains. The company maintains its quarterly dividend at 0.5 cents per share, reflecting confidence in its ongoing strategy.

Regal Asian Investments Limited (ASX, RG8) has updated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan, eliminating the minimum participation requirement and streamlining administrative processes for shareholders.

BKI Investment Company has appointed Morgans Financial to conduct on-market share purchases to fulfill its Dividend Reinvestment Plan obligations, aiming to avoid dilution by pricing shares at no discount.

WAM Strategic Value Limited has delivered a robust 9.8% portfolio gain in H1 2025, outperforming the ASX index and announcing a 200% increase in operating profit alongside a higher fully franked interim dividend.

Australian Foundation Investment Company Limited has updated its interim and special dividend details, including foreign currency exchange rates and pricing for its Dividend Reinvestment and Substitution Share Plans.

Argo Investments has reported a half-year profit of $130.8 million and declared a record fully franked interim dividend of 18.5 cents per share, reflecting strong dividend growth despite a challenging market environment.