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Challenger Limited delivered a solid FY26 with normalised net profit after tax rising 3% to $468 million, supported by record annuity sales and strategic partnerships. The company also declared a 7% higher fully franked dividend and announced an upsized $450 million share buy-back.

AMP Limited reported a robust first half of 2026, with statutory profit rising 57% to $154 million and underlying profit up 33%, driven by strong Platforms growth, positive cashflows, and a doubling of China partnership contributions.

Monvia Limited, an Australian SaaS provider for life insurers, is seeking to raise $17.5 million via an IPO on the ASX. The funds will support redemption of preference shares and fuel growth in existing and new markets.

HUB24 delivered a standout FY26 with record net inflows of $18.9 billion, a 20% rise excluding large migrations, and boosted total Funds Under Administration to $164.3 billion. The platform’s adviser base grew 11%, while new product launches and AI-driven tools expanded its market footprint.

NobleOak Life has obtained in-principle ex gratia relief from Victorian insurance duty on premiums paid in early 2025, potentially reducing its previously provisioned $6.5 million liability.

Bravura Solutions plans to list on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market by late July 2026, aiming to tap into UK and European institutional investors while maintaining its ASX primary listing.

ClearView Wealth has lodged its Scheme Booklet with ASIC, outlining Zurich's $0.65-per-share takeover offer and setting the stage for a pivotal shareholder vote on 27 July 2026.

NobleOak Life Limited boosted its Embedded Value by 9% to $2.34 per share as of December 2025, driven by strong premium growth and market share gains. The insurer exceeded its FY26 in-force premium guidance with a 16% increase to $538 million.

Challenger Limited’s attempt to acquire Pepper Money has been declined by Pepper’s board, while Challenger moves forward with a $150 million share buy-back program.

Challenger Limited has lowered its non-binding offer for Pepper Money to $2.25 per share, adjusting for upcoming dividends, marking its final bid amid ongoing negotiations.

NobleOak Life Limited reported a robust half-year performance with underlying net profit after tax rising 11% to $9.6 million, driven by strong premium growth and market share gains. However, statutory profit fell 23% due to one-off costs and provisions, prompting a pause on dividends amid strategic transitions.

Challenger Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with a 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax and record annuity sales. The company also announced a $150 million on-market share buy-back, reflecting confidence in its strong capital position.