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Ironbark Capital reported an 8.4% portfolio return for FY25 and announced plans to rebrand and introduce quarterly dividends to address its persistent discount to net tangible assets.

ECP Emerging Growth Limited reported a modest 2.4% return for FY2025, lagging the ASX Small Ordinaries Index, but is pursuing new strategies including a pre-IPO fund investment and a special dividend to address shareholder value concerns.

Keybridge Capital Limited is navigating a complex recovery with new board leadership, partial loan repayments, and favorable court rulings against former executives. The company is steadily addressing legacy financial and legal challenges.

Brazilian Critical Minerals Ltd has been served with a writ alleging breach of a convertible loan agreement tied to share issuance and pricing, sparking a legal dispute with a US investment firm.

Centuria Capital Group has expanded its agriculture portfolio by acquiring Australia’s largest hydroponic glasshouse facility in South Australia for $168 million, boosting its agriculture assets under management by 25%.

Iress Ltd has responded to recent media speculation about a potential acquisition, clarifying it cannot confirm any deal terms while continuing discussions with multiple parties.

Monash IVF has decisively turned down a non-binding acquisition offer valuing its shares at $0.80, citing significant undervaluation and uncertain financing. The Board signals openness only to proposals that deliver compelling shareholder value.

Sietel Limited’s preliminary final report for FY2025 reveals a 47% drop in net profit and a 24% fall in total revenues, underscoring a challenging year for the investment management firm.

Acorn Capital Investment Fund Limited (ACQ) reported a strong FY25 performance with a 15.1% net return and declared 5.5 cents per share in dividends, reinforcing its position in the Australian microcap sector.

Bentley Capital Limited has reached a confidential settlement with Keybridge Capital Limited, receiving $250,000 to resolve a protracted legal dispute over shared legal costs.

Clime Investment Management has agreed to sell its retail client book for $1.65 million, marking a strategic shift to focus on its wholesale business and high-net-worth clients.

Associate Global Partners has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Muzinich & Co. to develop a global private credit fund offering daily liquidity, pending a formal agreement.