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Gibb River Diamonds has commenced mining at its Neta Gold Prospect in WA, with ore processing agreements in place and first cashflow anticipated by early 2026. The company also outlines ambitious exploration plans for its broader portfolio.

N1 Holdings Limited has expanded its funding capacity beyond $380 million through a major refinance and the launch of a new mortgage fund, positioning itself for growth in Australia's private credit market.

Elixir Energy’s upcoming Lorelle-3 appraisal well in Queensland’s Taroom Trough has qualified for a substantial federal R&D tax incentive, covering nearly half of its drilling and testing costs. This financial boost underpins the company’s ambitious plans to validate a major gas play in 2026.

ANZ Group Holdings reported a 10% decline in cash profit for FY2025 despite an 8% rise in operating income, maintaining its dividend amid significant restructuring and regulatory costs.

Wisr Limited has announced an $11.4 million equity raise alongside an upgraded FY26 outlook and a non-binding term sheet to refinance its debt at lower interest rates, positioning the fintech lender for profitability in the second half of FY26.

Solvar Limited has secured a new $487 million warehouse facility and resized an existing $270 million facility, boosting its total funding capacity to around $900 million and reducing its cost of funds.

Block, Inc. reported robust Q3 2025 results, driven by strong Cash App and Square performance, and raised its full-year guidance. The company’s AI innovations and expanding BNPL offerings are key growth engines.

Macquarie Bank Limited reported a robust half-year profit of AUD 3.67 billion, up 61% from the prior period, driven by strategic asset sales and strong loan growth. The bank’s capital position remains solid amid ongoing investments in technology and risk management.

Macquarie Group Limited reported a 3% increase in profit for the half year ended 30 September 2025, driven by strong performances in asset management and capital advisory, while declaring a 35% franked interim dividend of $2.80 per share.

hummgroup and The Abercrombie Group have mutually agreed to end discussions on an unsolicited acquisition proposal, with TAG withdrawing its offer that included a 35% premium. The Independent Board Committee now shifts focus to operational execution and shareholder value.

FSA Group Limited has raised its profit before tax guidance for the 2026 financial year, projecting a significant increase driven by loan growth and operational efficiencies.

National Australia Bank reported a modest rise in underlying profit for FY25, driven by robust revenue and volume growth in the second half, alongside continued technology modernization and sustainability progress.