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Origin Energy reported a robust half-year performance with statutory profit rising to $1.017 billion and an increased fully franked interim dividend, driven by strong Integrated Gas earnings despite softer Energy Markets and Octopus Energy results.

Sandon Capital Investments has reported a robust 17.7% portfolio return for the half-year ending December 2024, driving net profits up to $16.78 million and announcing an increased fully franked dividend yield of 6.8%.

Vanadium Resources Limited has raised A$783,000 through a convertible note issue to fund working capital and progress strategic equity partnerships for its Steelpoortdrift Vanadium Project.

Forrestania Resources has secured $360,000 through a non-brokered placement, attracting a new major shareholder and setting the stage for expanded gold exploration at its Bonnie Vale project.

Osteopore Limited has announced a $20 million convertible notes offering aimed at bolstering its capital for ongoing operations and future projects. The highly speculative offer targets sophisticated investors and underscores the company’s strategic funding approach amid competitive medical device markets.

AGL Energy reported solid FY25 half-year results with underlying EBITDA of $1.068 billion and narrowed guidance, underscoring its commitment to a sustainable energy transition through significant investments in grid-scale batteries and renewables.

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has released its December 2024 Basel III Pillar 3 report, reaffirming strong capital adequacy and liquidity positions despite evolving regulatory frameworks.

Ryder Capital Limited has reported a striking 312% increase in total comprehensive income for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, alongside a 12.5% hike in its fully franked interim dividend, underscoring robust portfolio performance amid market uncertainties.

VGI Partners Global Investments reported a steep $43.1 million loss for the half-year ending December 2024 but announced an increased fully franked interim dividend and expanded share buy-back program.

Macquarie Group’s 3Q25 trading update reveals strong growth in its annuity-style businesses, while markets-facing segments face pressure from subdued commodity markets, resulting in a mixed financial performance for the year to date.

CVC Limited projects a significant increase in net loss for H1 2025 and suspends its interim dividend amid cash flow concerns. Investors await detailed half-year results due late February.

WAM Global Limited has reported a remarkable 148.4% increase in revenue and a 182.3% rise in net profit for the half year ended December 31, 2024, underpinning a substantial hike in dividends.