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Qualitas Limited posted a 25% rise in net profit for FY26, driven by a 36% increase in fee earning funds under management and a strategic UK acquisition that expands its European presence.

Pepper Money Limited (ASX:PPM) reported a landmark half-year to June 2026, with originations soaring 40% and net profit after tax rising 15% on a pro-forma basis, underpinned by strong mortgage growth and new servicing contracts.

Australian Finance Group (ASX:AFG) reported a 39% jump in FY26 net profit after tax to AUD 48.5 million, driven by growth across its broker network and lending book, alongside its first mandatory climate disclosures.

Heartland Group Holdings delivered a striking 140% jump in net profit for FY2026, underpinned by margin gains and asset quality improvements, while advancing a transformative merger with TSB to create a major New Zealand challenger bank.

Solvar Limited posted a 6.2% decline in statutory net profit for FY26 to $29.5 million, while normalised earnings rose 7.5%. The lender declared a 19.5 cents fully franked dividend and expanded its Australian loan book by 10.5%, driven by growth in commercial lending.

Turners Automotive Group delivered record FY26 results with a 14% dividend rise, underpinned by strong growth in Auto Retail, Finance, and Insurance despite geopolitical headwinds.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank is embarking on a three-year, $70 million program to fix significant non-financial risk management weaknesses flagged by APRA, while reporting a $375 million statutory profit for FY26 impacted by rectification provisions and legal penalties.

Amplitude Energy (ASX:AEL) posted record production and earnings for FY26, underpinned by strong operational execution and progress on the East Coast Supply Project (ECSP). The company strengthened its balance sheet, reduced net debt by 85%, and targets first gas from ECSP in 2028.

Judo Bank posted a 34% rise in profit before tax to $168 million for FY26, driven by robust loan book growth and operating leverage, despite increased impairment expenses.

Strike Energy has boosted its 2P gas reserves at the Walyering field to 16.4 PJ, incorporating maiden reserves from the newly discovered Walyering West. The company is advancing development plans with a final investment decision expected in Q4 2026.

National Australia Bank’s June quarter cash earnings edged up 2% excluding a large notable item, supported by lower credit impairments and steady business lending growth despite rising costs and economic headwinds.

Barramundi Limited’s portfolio delivered a 2.2% gross return in July, outpacing the S&P/ASX200 hedged benchmark, driven by strong performances in healthcare and financials alongside strategic portfolio adjustments.