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ASX has revealed it expects to incur an additional $25 million to $35 million in operating expenses in FY26 due to the ongoing ASIC compliance inquiry. Despite this, the company remains committed to its five-year strategy focused on technology and risk management.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings has joined a Reserve Bank of Australia-led pilot exploring atomic settlement of tokenised bonds using digital currencies, aiming to transform bond market infrastructure.

ASIC has initiated a comprehensive compliance inquiry into ASX’s governance, risk management, and operational capabilities, folding its previous CHESS incident probe into this broader review. ASX pledges full cooperation amid ongoing technology upgrades.

ASX Limited has finalised the sale of its investment in Digital Asset Holdings for $57 million, securing a substantial pre-tax gain that will bolster its FY25 financial results.

ASX Limited’s 2025 Investor Forum reveals steady progress on its five-year strategy, highlighting technology modernization, operational risk management, and a focus on data-driven growth. The exchange outlines capital expenditure plans and expense controls aimed at sustaining shareholder value amid evolving market demands.

FinTech HQ Pty Ltd, the second largest shareholder in NSX Limited, has declared its intention to support the proposed acquisition by the Canadian Securities Exchange, pending no better offers emerge.

Cokal Limited advanced its Indonesian metallurgical coal projects in Q1 2025 with key financing secured by joint venture partner PT Petrindo, completion of critical infrastructure, and a strategic US$7 million prepayment facility. These developments underpin Cokal’s strategy to ramp up production while reducing costs amid challenging market conditions.

Charter Hall Retail REIT reports solid 1H FY25 results with $73.1 million operating earnings and strategic moves to enhance income growth, including a major stake in Hotel Property Investments Ltd.

ASX Limited delivered a robust first half in 2025 with record operating revenue and a 10% rise in underlying NPAT, underscoring its strategic focus on technology modernisation and disciplined cost management.

ASX Limited has reported a robust first half of FY25 with record operating revenue and a near 10% rise in underlying net profit, underpinned by strong growth across key business segments and a strategic focus on technology modernization.

NH3 Clean Energy has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Pilbara Ports Authority to explore exporting 600,000 tonnes per annum of clean ammonia from its WAH2 Project, marking a key step in Australia's clean energy export ambitions.

Botanix Pharmaceuticals has initiated the commercial rollout of Sofdra, its FDA-approved treatment for primary axillary hyperhidrosis, with first prescriptions dispensed and a fully trained sales force deployed. The company anticipates meaningful revenue growth starting in the first quarter of 2025, backed by strong payer contracts and a robust cash position.