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Platinum Asset Management reports improved FY2025 financials alongside a transformative merger proposal with L1 Capital, aiming to create a $16.5 billion alternative asset manager.

Platinum Asset Management reported a sharp 86% drop in profit for FY25, driven by a 39% decline in funds under management amid sustained outflows and investment challenges. The company announced a transformative merger with L1 Capital, aiming to create a $16.5 billion asset manager.

WAM Research Limited reported a robust 22.4% increase in its investment portfolio for FY2025, significantly outperforming key ASX indices, while maintaining a high dividend yield of 8.1%.

Associate Global Partners Limited (AGP) reported an 8.1% increase in funds under management to $1.397 billion in FY25, driven by robust investment performance and a successful capital raising. The firm also narrowed its net loss significantly and strengthened its distribution capabilities, setting a positive tone for FY26.

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.

Metrics Master Income Trust (MXT) reported a solid FY2025 with $2.44 billion in assets under management following a $315 million capital raise, while delivering an annual net return of 8.17%, outperforming its benchmark.

Associate Global Partners Limited reported a 14% revenue increase to $7.085 million for FY2025, driven by strong fund growth and improved performance fees. The net loss after tax narrowed significantly to $171,000, reflecting operational progress despite no dividend declaration.

The company posted a 25% increase in net loss to $709,247 for the year ended June 2025, alongside a sharp 55% drop in revenue. Key factors include significant trading losses and lower interest income, with no dividends declared.

MA Credit Income Trust has reported a $9.7 million profit and successfully raised $49.7 million through a wholesale placement, delivering a net return of 2.95% since its ASX listing in March 2025.

WCM Global Growth Limited reported a robust FY2025 with a 31% portfolio return and raised its fully franked final dividend, alongside an upgraded progressive dividend policy and a shareholder-friendly DRP discount.

The Australian Wealth Advisors Group Ltd (AWAG) reported a 13% revenue increase and a $1.2 million profit before tax in FY2025, driven by strategic Equity Partnership Scheme investments and a strong funds under management base.

The Australian Wealth Advisors Group Ltd (AWAG) reported a $1.18 million net profit before tax in its first full year as an ASX-listed company, reversing a prior loss and growing revenue by 13%. The company expanded its funds under management and equity investments, positioning itself for further industry consolidation.