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Wisr Limited has inked a $267 million loan funding warehouse facility led by Barclays, boosting its capacity to expand personal and secured vehicle loans. This move enhances Wisr’s funding flexibility and cost efficiency as it pursues aggressive growth.

Solvar Limited has taken a strategic step by acquiring a 19.9% stake in Earlypay Limited, aiming to broaden its footprint in the SME finance sector. This move aligns with Solvar’s focus on underserved commercial markets.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported a 7.8% decline in cash earnings for 3Q25, reflecting lower other income and a slight dip in net interest income, while completing its Rural Bank system migration.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank reported a slight dip in its Common Equity Tier 1 ratio to 10.83% for the March 2025 quarter, reflecting dividend payments and increased residential lending. Despite this, the bank sustained robust liquidity and funding metrics well above regulatory minimums.

Hillgrove Resources has reported multiple new high-grade copper-gold drill results at its Nugent underground deposit, extending mineralisation well beyond the current resource estimate and accelerating development plans.

Plenti Group Limited reported a stellar FY25 with a 126% surge in Cash NPAT to $13.8 million, driven by robust loan portfolio growth and operational efficiency. The fintech lender is targeting a $3 billion loan book by March 2026, leveraging technology and strategic partnerships.

Plenti Group Limited reported a robust FY25 with a 126% jump in Cash NPAT to $13.8 million and a 19% increase in its loan portfolio to $2.5 billion, driven by technology enhancements and strategic partnerships.

360 Capital Mortgage REIT has secured a new $9.2 million senior loan and extended a $17.6 million facility, enhancing its portfolio diversification and maintaining its FY25 distribution guidance.

Ausmon Resources has completed its latest Aircore drilling campaign targeting rare earth elements across three tenements in South Australia’s Limestone Coast, with initial samples now sent for analysis.

Garda Property Group has upgraded its FY25 Funds from Operations guidance by 12%, maintaining distributions while preparing for the North Lakes sale settlement in August 2025. The sale proceeds will significantly reduce gearing, with capital gains tax implications deferred to FY26.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) declared a distribution for April 2025, delivering an annualized return of 7.60% based on its net tangible assets. The fund continues to focus on real estate loans secured by mortgages across Australia, aiming to provide steady monthly income.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a stable $2.6 billion cash profit for the quarter, maintaining strong capital and dividend payouts despite slight increases in consumer arrears and corporate credit risks.