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Alternative Investment Trust (AIQ) has announced a non-renounceable rights issue to raise approximately $44.6 million at a 19.4% discount, aiming to capitalize on discounted secondary market funds amid liquidity challenges.

Challenger Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.15 per share for the half-year ending June 2025, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan with no discount.

Challenger Limited reported a 9% increase in normalised net profit after tax for FY25, driven by strong Life business cash earnings and resilient Funds Management performance despite net outflows. The company also announced an 11% dividend increase and provided positive FY26 EPS guidance amid ongoing regulatory reforms.

Platinum Asia Investments Limited has secured Federal Court approval for its scheme of arrangement, marking a key structural shift as its shares prepare to convert into ETF units.

Regal Asian Investments Limited posted a sharp 92% decline in net profit for FY25 amid volatile Asian markets but maintained a fully franked 6 cent dividend and continued its on-market share buy-back program.

360 Capital REIT (ASX – TOT) has reported a return to profitability in FY25, extending its debt facility and completing key leasing deals, while preparing for leasing challenges in FY26.

360 Capital REIT has reported a significant turnaround with a $1.3 million statutory profit for FY25, alongside reduced distributions and a new long-term investment management agreement. The fund’s portfolio remains stable, supported by improved leasing and ESG upgrades.

The GPT Group has delivered a robust 2025 interim result, reporting solid income growth and a strong balance sheet, while announcing a significant equity raise to fuel future expansion.

The GPT Group reports strong interim earnings and operational growth for the first half of 2025, highlighted by a new $1 billion logistics partnership and ongoing development projects.

The Federal Court has approved Platinum Asia Investments' scheme to convert shares into ETF units, marking a significant restructuring for shareholders. Key dates for trading suspension, valuation, and dividend payments are set for August.

Lowell Resources Fund (ASX, LRT) reported a stellar FY2025 with net assets soaring 72.5% to $72.3 million and profits jumping over 1400%, driven by strong gold and precious metals exposure.

Microequities Asset Management Group Limited reported a 19.3% rise in net profit for FY25, driven by strong fund performance and a surge in performance fees, while declaring a fully franked final dividend of 2.0 cents per share.