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Challenger Limited reported a 9% increase in normalised net profit after tax for FY25, driven by strong Life business cash earnings and resilient Funds Management performance despite net outflows. The company also announced an 11% dividend increase and provided positive FY26 EPS guidance amid ongoing regulatory reforms.

Challenger Limited reported a solid 9% rise in normalised NPAT to $456 million for FY25, alongside an 11% dividend increase to 29.5 cents per share, underscoring its strategic momentum and capital strength. The company’s outlook for FY26 remains positive, with guidance pointing to continued growth and shareholder returns amid evolving retirement income reforms.

Suncorp Group Limited reported a strong FY25 with record profits, driven by favourable natural hazard experience and strategic asset sales, while announcing a $400 million share buy-back and an optimistic outlook for FY26.

Suncorp Group reports a robust $1.82 billion net profit after tax for FY25, boosted by strategic divestments and strong insurance operations. The company announces a $400 million share buy-back as it sharpens focus on general insurance.

AMP Limited reported a 9.2% rise in underlying net profit after tax for the first half of 2025, alongside a declared interim dividend, while navigating fresh legal challenges.

TAL Dai-ichi Life Australia has obtained all necessary regulatory approvals, including from APRA, to finalize its minority investment in Challenger Limited, acquiring a 19.9% equity stake.

AMP Limited is set to defend itself against a new class action alleging inflated life insurance premiums and a separate dispute over a major property sale, signaling potential challenges ahead for the financial services giant.

Keybridge Capital has obtained a $9.3 million bridge funding facility from Active Asset Management, supported by an ASX waiver allowing the deal without prior shareholder approval. The funding aims to address urgent liquidity and solvency challenges while trading remains suspended.

Challenger Limited has welcomed APRA’s consultation on new capital settings for annuity products, highlighting the potential for regulatory reforms to boost innovation and growth in Australia’s retirement income sector.

The NSW Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal challenging the replacement of Keybridge Capital's directors and confirmed the end of its external administration, marking a pivotal governance shift for the investment group.

Challenger Limited reported a robust 12% increase in normalized NPAT to $225 million for 1H25, underpinned by strong earnings, dividend growth, and strategic investments in technology and distribution channels.

Challenger Limited has reported a robust first half for the 2025 financial year, with net profit after tax climbing 28.2% and an 11.5% increase in its interim dividend, signaling strong momentum in its financial services operations.