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Pengana International Equities (ASX:PIA) unveils a comprehensive capital management plan offering shareholders an equal-access off-market buy-back at after-tax NTA, a fully franked special dividend, and appoints Antipodes Global Investment Management to steer its portfolio.

Senetas Corporation reports robust FY2026 progress, completing key Middle East and South American sales while its Menlo Security investment continues to appreciate. The company anticipates revenue growth driven by sovereign encryption demand and new market opportunities.

Schoolblazer reports a modest revenue dip to $55.4m in 1H FY26 amid supply chain and geopolitical headwinds but strengthens its balance sheet with a new $110 million credit facility and advances integration efforts targeting profitability in FY27.

Macquarie Bank Limited has posted a robust FY2026 result, with net profit attributable to ordinary equity holders soaring 74% to AUD 6.011 billion, underpinned by strong performances in its Banking and Financial Services and Commodities and Global Markets divisions.

Australian Unity Office Fund has called an extraordinary meeting to secure approval for selling its final property, delisting from the ASX, and winding up the fund, with directors unanimously recommending the proposal.

Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG) reported a 30% jump in FY2026 net profit to A$4.85 billion, driven by growth across all divisions and bolstered by strategic investments in AI and sustainability. The board declared a total dividend of A$7 per share and maintained a strong capital position amid ongoing regulatory remediation.

QBE Insurance Group kicked off 2026 with robust premium growth and solid underwriting, maintaining its full-year guidance amid geopolitical uncertainty and evolving risks.

Block, Inc. reported a robust Q1 2026 with AI-powered productivity gains, strong Cash App and Square growth, and a $5 billion share buyback boost. Despite a GAAP net loss due to restructuring and legal costs, the fintech giant raised its full-year outlook, signaling confidence in its AI-led transformation.

News Corporation posted a solid third quarter with revenues climbing 9% to $2.19 billion and net income from continuing operations up 13% to $121 million, driven by robust performances in Digital Real Estate Services, Dow Jones, and Book Publishing.

Finder Energy has completed the first tranche of its $33 million capital raise, issuing 42 million shares at 50 cents each to institutional and professional investors. The company will seek shareholder approval in June for a second tranche involving 12 million more shares.

REA Group delivered robust Q3 FY26 results, driven by double-digit revenue growth in Australia and record engagement on realestate.com.au, while lowering its cost growth guidance for FY26.

Vectus Biosystems appoints Dr Tara Speranza as CEO and CTO to accelerate development of lead fibrosis drug VB0004 with performance-linked incentives.