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N1 Holdings Limited reported a robust 64.7% increase in net profit after tax to $1.04 million for the half-year ended December 2025, driven by strong commercial lending growth and operational efficiencies. The company also expanded its committed lending capacity to over $355 million while maintaining a stable dividend.

BSP Financial Group has reported a robust 12.9% increase in net profit for 2025, underpinned by strong revenue growth and strategic restructuring, including converting its Fiji branch into a wholly owned subsidiary.

National Australia Bank kicked off FY26 with a robust first quarter, posting a 15% increase in cash earnings driven by stronger underlying profits and improved asset quality. The bank’s strategic push in business and home lending, alongside disciplined cost management, underpinned this solid performance.

Judo Capital Holdings has delivered a robust 1H26 result, posting a 26% half-on-half profit before tax increase and upgrading its net interest margin guidance for the second half. The bank’s SME lending franchise continues to expand rapidly, supported by strong deposit growth and a solid capital position.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited has reported a robust half-year result, with profit before tax rising 26% over the prior half and 53% year-on-year, driven by strong SME loan book growth and stable net interest margins.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported robust half-year results, driven by digital deposit growth and a strategic acquisition of RACQ Bank’s loan and deposit books. The bank also outlined a comprehensive plan to address AML/CTF compliance issues.

humm Group reports a $13.9 million statutory profit for 1H26, driven by commercial lending growth and strong consumer segment performance despite rising credit losses and regulatory costs.

ASB’s half-year results show a modest 1% rise in cash net profit, driven by growth in home, business, and rural lending alongside a 5% increase in customer deposits. The bank is investing heavily in technology, customer experience, and social housing initiatives to support New Zealand’s long-term prosperity.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s latest Basel III Pillar 3 disclosures reveal steady capital adequacy ratios and proactive adaptation to evolving regulatory standards as of December 2025.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, balancing lending growth with margin pressures and increased technology investment.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% increase in statutory net profit after tax to $5.367 billion for the half year ended December 2025, supported by lending growth and improved credit quality despite margin pressures and higher expenses. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of $2.35 per share.

N1 Holdings Limited has reported a strong December quarter with rising revenue, net profit, and cash receipts, underpinned by SME lending growth and funding efficiency improvements. The company also navigates increased regulatory scrutiny with a firm commitment to conservative lending.