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State Street's suite of Australian equity ETFs delivered solid operating profits and net asset growth for the year ended 30 June 2026, with most funds closely tracking or outperforming their benchmarks.

GR Engineering Services secured $100 million through a heavily supported institutional placement priced at $6.10 per share, alongside a $10 million Share Purchase Plan for retail investors. The capital raise aims to bolster the balance sheet ahead of a busy contract delivery phase.

AIX has acquired an 8% holding in AI powerhouse Databricks during its US$5 billion funding round, marking a significant expansion in the trust’s AI-focused portfolio.

WT Financial Group (ASX: WTL) delivered its sixth consecutive year of growth in FY2026, with net profit before tax up 19% to $6.55 million and a fully franked final dividend declared at 0.75 cents per share. The company also completed a strategic disposal of its B2C subsidiaries, advancing its Hubco investment model.

Streamplay’s Noodlecake Studios has deepened its collaboration with Butter By The Fish by signing a publishing deal for Monkey Brain, a physics-based roguelike, while also preparing Flick Shot Rogues for a mobile launch in September 2026.

Scalare Partners offers 87 bonus options per 100 shares to eligible shareholders alongside piggyback options, aiming to mitigate dilution from upcoming convertible note conversions. Directors plan to exercise their options, with potential capital raised earmarked for working capital.

Global X Metal Securities Australia Limited has refreshed its prospectus for five classes of precious metals securities, maintaining physical bullion backing and ASX AQUA listing, with detailed disclosures on structure, fees, risks, and tax implications.

Noodlecake Studios, under Streamplay Studio Limited, has secured a publishing agreement with Brazilian developer Mango Salad Games for the PC game Harpooner, marking its entry into Latin America and adding a shorter-cycle title to its portfolio.

Booster Innovation Fund reported a $1.593 million profit for the year ended March 2026, supported by increased net assets. However, valuation risks persist due to early-stage investments and recent capital raises at lower prices.

Pengana Capital Group has successfully closed the $267 million initial public offering for its AI Private Opportunities Trust, marking a significant expansion in its fund management portfolio. The new trust is set to begin trading on the ASX on 2 July 2026.

Strategic Elements Limited is raising up to $1 million via a Share Purchase Plan (SPP) at 3.5 cents per share, with attaching options exercisable at 4 cents, to fuel development in Energy Ink™ and Stealth Technologies.

Whitefield Income Limited is tapping shareholders for up to A$108 million through a discounted entitlement offer, reinforcing its commitment to steady dividend income amid solid financial performance.