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Ironbark Balanced Income Limited reported a solid half-year profit increase of 14.6%, driven by strong portfolio returns and a strategic shift to quarterly dividends. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1.3 cents per share payable in March 2026.

NGE Capital Limited reported a remarkable 148% increase in profit after tax for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by strong gains in uranium and mining investments. The company’s net tangible asset backing per share rose 25.7%, reflecting robust portfolio performance amid a volatile macroeconomic backdrop.

WAM Active Limited has announced a $51.4 million entitlement offer priced at a 7.8% discount, alongside a $19.3 million placement, aiming to capitalise on its recent robust portfolio performance and deliver attractive dividends to shareholders.

MEC Resources has bolstered its stake in Advent Energy with a $1.55 million loan while navigating a pivotal Federal Court hearing on the PEP 11 Joint Venture. Meanwhile, progress on Clean Hydrogen Technology signals potential growth avenues.

Janus Henderson Investors has announced the distribution timetable for its Global Sustainable Equity Active ETF for the period ending December 2025, outlining key dates and reinvestment options for investors.

Revolution Private Credit Income Trust has reported a solid $3.4 million operating profit for its inaugural half-year period, delivering a net return of 0.93% since listing and outperforming its benchmark. The Trust also declared a distribution of 0.35 cents per unit for October 2025.

PPK Group reports record revenue at Craig International Ballistics and advances lithium sulfur battery technology, while preparing for a CEO transition and focusing on sovereign manufacturing.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) has announced a $162 million non-renounceable entitlement offer at $1.60 per unit, aiming to capitalize on a robust pipeline of commercial real estate loans. The offer provides existing investors an opportunity to deepen exposure to Australia's evolving private credit market.

Regal Investment Fund reported a sharp 78% drop in operating profit for FY25 but maintained steady performance slightly above the RBA Cash Rate. The fund bolstered its position with a $104 million capital raise and extended its on-market buy-back program through mid-2026.

Metrics Master Income Trust (MXT) has announced a non-underwritten Unit Purchase Plan aiming to raise approximately A$120 million by offering new units to eligible unitholders in Australia and New Zealand.

Australian Ethical Investment Limited reported a robust 68% rise in net profit after tax and a 34% increase in funds under management for FY25, driven by strong organic growth and the Altius acquisition. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 9 cents per share, underscoring confidence in its growth trajectory.

Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund has released its inaugural annual report, revealing a strong start with $41.9 million profit before tax and distributions of 8.21 cents per unit following a $302.8 million IPO. The Fund’s diversified commercial real estate portfolio spans senior loans, mezzanine debt, and equity investments across Australia and New Zealand.