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AVJennings Limited has announced a proposed $0.655 per share acquisition scheme by PM Nominees C Pty Ltd, an investment vehicle of Proprium Capital Partners and AVID, offering shareholders a near 100% premium over recent trading prices. The scheme, supported unanimously by the board and an independent expert, awaits shareholder and court approval.

Metgasco Ltd has announced a partially underwritten entitlement offer to raise up to $750,000, aiming to fund a production uplift program at its Odin and Vali gas fields. The capital raise targets near-term gas flow improvements and enhanced cash generation.

Austco Healthcare has renewed its preferred supplier agreement with a major US healthcare provider, continuing supply of its Tacera nurse call systems to 180 hospitals across 30 states. This extension builds on a lucrative five-year partnership worth over A$49 million.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% increase in net profit to A$3.7 billion for FY25, driven by strong asset management and banking results despite a dip in commodities. The group also extended its $2 billion share buyback and declared a solid final dividend.

QBE Insurance Group reported a robust 31% increase in net profit for 2024, declaring its highest dividend in years and outlining a confident outlook for 2025 amid ongoing global risks.

QBE Insurance Group reported robust 8% gross written premium growth in 1Q25, driven by strong momentum in North America and International markets, while managing significant catastrophe claims. The insurer reaffirmed its full-year outlook despite ongoing market challenges.

Macquarie Bank Limited reported an 18% rise in net profit for FY2025, driven by growth in its retail banking segment despite margin pressures, while its commodities business faced subdued markets. The bank maintained strong capital ratios and advanced its risk and technology frameworks amid regulatory scrutiny.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% increase in full-year net profit to A$3.7 billion for FY25, driven by strong second-half growth and robust asset management performance. The company declared a final dividend of A$3.90 per share and extended its share buyback program.

High-Tech Metals Limited has announced a $1 million pro-rata entitlement issue, offering shares at $0.15 each alongside free listed options, aiming to fund exploration at its Mt Fisher - Mt Eureka Project and strengthen working capital.

Aeris Resources has refinanced its environmental bonding and term debt facilities with Washington H. Soul Pattinson, boosting liquidity and extending debt maturity to support growth projects.

Sparc Technologies has launched a Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders the chance to buy new shares at a 28.6% discount, aiming to raise up to $500,000 to fund key growth initiatives.

ARN Media reports resilient 2024 financials driven by digital growth and Cody Outdoor contracts, launching a major cost-cutting transformation to sharpen its competitive edge.