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Bell Financial Group has reported a robust FY2024 performance, with profit after tax rising 26.4% amid improving market conditions and record Funds Under Advice. The company’s strategic focus on technology and recurring revenue streams underpins its growth trajectory.

Bell Financial Group reported a robust 26.4% increase in profit after tax to $30.7 million for 2024, underpinned by strong performances across all divisions and a declared fully franked final dividend of 4.0 cents per share. The Group is actively pursuing growth through acquisitions and strategic account transfers, positioning itself for a cautiously optimistic 2025.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia has announced a fully franked dividend of AUD 0.30 for its BEN CitiFirst Instalments, with key dates set for late February 2025.

Select Harvests Limited delivered a standout FY24 with a record almond crop and a significant NPAT turnaround, underpinned by strategic cost management and a successful $80 million capital raise. The company signals continued growth and operational improvements heading into FY25.

Resimac Group reports a 12% decline in normalised net profit after tax for 1H25, driven by increased provisioning in its asset finance portfolio, while operating profit rises 20%. The lender signals challenges ahead but remains confident in its core business momentum.

ARB Corporation Limited posted a 5.9% rise in sales revenue to $361.7 million for 1H FY2025, driven by strong export growth, while profit before tax edged down 0.7% amid rising costs and subdued domestic vehicle sales.

SG Fleet Group reported robust first-half 2025 results, driven by strong delivery volumes and revenue growth across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, despite ongoing pressures in the used vehicle market.

Citigroup Global Markets Australia announces a fully franked AUD 2.25 dividend for CBA CitiFirst Self-Funding Instalments, aligning with CBA ordinary shares' record date and impacting loan balances.

SEEK Limited’s FY2025 half-year results reveal a revenue dip and profit contraction, yet the company delivers a robust free cash flow surge and raises its interim dividend, underscoring resilience amid evolving market conditions.

Dexus has reported a statutory net profit of $10.3 million for the half-year ending December 2024, rebounding from a significant loss last year, while maintaining strong portfolio occupancy and confirming steady distributions.

Big River Industries reports a 3.3% revenue decline in 1H FY25 but shows signs of operational resilience and strategic progress amid challenging market conditions.

Deterra Royalties reported a 6% revenue decline to $112.3 million for 1H25, offset by record Mining Area C volumes and new gold income from its Trident acquisition. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.0 cents per share, reflecting confidence in its diversified royalty portfolio.