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Challenger Limited reported a solid 4% increase in total Life sales to $2.5 billion in Q1 FY26, buoyed by strong annuity sales and strategic partnerships. The company reaffirmed its FY26 earnings guidance while highlighting upcoming regulatory changes expected to benefit the sector.

Dominion Investment Group Limited has announced an offer of up to $500 million in unsecured, deferrable, redeemable floating rate notes, aiming to provide investors with monthly income and ASX listing under ticker DMNHA.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited (WMX) has outperformed its benchmark since its IPO, fully deploying capital ahead of schedule and delivering increasing monthly fully franked dividends.

Ryder Capital Limited has announced a 20% increase in its annual dividend, moving to quarterly payments starting January 2026, enhancing income certainty for shareholders.

Ryder Capital Limited celebrated its 10th year on the ASX with robust FY25 results, including a 27.5% pre-tax NTA growth and a new quarterly dividend policy increasing payouts by 20%. The company also renewed its investment management agreement for five years.

BlackRock Investment Management has released the estimated distribution components for its iShares S&P/ASX Dividend Opportunities ESG Screened ETF for the period ending 9 October 2025, highlighting key income sources and tax considerations.

Highfield Resources has locked in A$10 million through convertible notes from existing investors to tackle a key permit issue and push forward its flagship Muga Potash Project in Spain.

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.

Gryphon Capital Income Trust (ASX, GCI) has opened a non-underwritten unit purchase plan offering new units at A$2.00 each to eligible unitholders in Australia and New Zealand. The offer aims to raise up to A$337 million to support portfolio growth.

Clime Investment Management has completed a $2.3 million placement and announced a bonus option issue, positioning itself for growth as the Australian wealth management sector consolidates.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) prices for its suite of Australian iShares ETFs for the September 2025 distribution period, alongside important tax certification reminders for investors.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced final cash distributions for 14 Australian domiciled iShares ETFs, with payments scheduled for 22 October 2025. Investors are reminded of key dates and tax certification requirements under FATCA and CRS.