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Challenger Limited has reported a robust first half of FY25, with a 12% increase in normalized NPAT and significant strides in annuity sales and technology modernization, positioning the company for sustained growth.

Challenger Limited posted a robust first half of FY25, with normalised net profit after tax rising 12% to $225 million, underpinned by strong Life and Funds Management segments despite softer annuity sales. The company maintains a confident outlook for FY25, forecasting further profit growth.

DomaCom has raised $1.5 million through a private placement with MFL Properties, replacing a prior deal and reinforcing its financial footing to advance technology and investment solutions.

Lendlease Group has reported a statutory profit after tax of $48 million for the half year ended December 2024, reversing a prior loss and announcing a 6.0 cent interim distribution. The company is advancing key asset sales including Capella Capital and its US Military Housing business as part of its strategic transformation.

Abacus Storage King reported a modest 1.1% increase in statutory profit for HY25, underpinned by resilient operating metrics and a robust balance sheet. The company’s multi-pronged growth strategy, including acquisitions and a substantial development pipeline, supports a confident outlook with reaffirmed distribution guidance.

Praemium Limited has announced that no earn out payment is due for the first period following its acquisition of the OneVue Platform Business, as funds under administration fell below the $3 billion threshold. Despite client terminations, the company remains confident in its earnings and synergy targets.

Centaurus Metals’ Jaguar Nickel Sulphide Project has been selected to join Brazil’s Climate and Ecological Transformation Investment Platform, opening access to a substantial capital pool aimed at supporting sustainable development and decarbonisation.

Meteoric Resources NL has reported a significant update to its Caldeira Rare Earth Project, highlighting improved financial metrics and exceptional drilling results that reinforce its position as a low-cost rare earths producer.

Lendlease has agreed to sell Capella Capital for $235 million and completed the $516 million sale of its US Military Housing business, reinforcing its strategy to streamline operations and reduce funding needs.

Equity Story Group Ltd (ASX:EQS) reports a robust December quarter marked by significant growth in funds under management, membership fees, and capital markets revenue, alongside strategic cost reductions positioning the company for sustained 2025 growth.

Raiz Invest Limited reports robust growth in Q2 FY25 with active customers rising 8.5% year-on-year and funds under management surging 32.4%, underpinned by product innovation and strong net inflows.

Praemium Limited reports a solid Q2 FY25 performance, with Funds Under Administration rising 4% to $30.2 billion and net inflows surging to $371 million, driven by strong momentum in its SMA and Powerwrap platforms.