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The week was split between big earnings reactions and small-cap rocks-and-rigs rallies. Pro Medicus sank despite record numbers, while a handful of explorers jumped on fresh discoveries and policy wins.

Takeover chatter lit up Pepper Money, while Identitii ran hard after a regulator stepped in. At the other end, AMP slid despite higher profit, as investors weighed leadership change and legal costs.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a steady net profit of AUD 1.9 billion for the first quarter of 2026, underpinned by stable margins and robust capital ratios. The bank’s credit quality and funding position remain resilient amid a cautious economic outlook.

AMP Limited's FY25 Data Pack highlights steady earnings with an underlying NPAT of $285 million, supported by strong Platforms net cashflows and a stable capital position. The report offers a detailed breakdown of business unit performance, costs, and market share.

AMP Limited reported a robust FY25 with underlying NPAT up 20.8%, driven by strong cashflow growth, cost reductions, and new product launches including AMP Bank GO and AMP Lifetime Pension. The company sets a steady course for FY26 with continued focus on retirement solutions and AI-driven innovation.

AMP reported a 20.8% rise in underlying net profit after tax for FY25, powered by strong cashflows from its North platform and the successful launch of AMP Bank GO. The company also declared a final dividend and announced a CEO transition.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited reported a robust first quarter with a 75% jump in cash profit, driven by cost cuts and revenue growth, signalling early success in its ANZ 2030 strategy.

humm Group reports a $13.9 million statutory profit for 1H26, driven by commercial lending growth and strong consumer segment performance despite rising credit losses and regulatory costs.

Humm Group Limited reported a $13.9 million statutory profit for the half-year ended December 2025, despite increased credit losses and elevated costs. The company’s ongoing transformation and global expansion underpin cautious optimism for the year ahead.

humm Group Limited has posted a statutory profit after tax of $13.9 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, marking a 49% decline from the previous year, driven by increased credit losses and legal costs. Despite challenges, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1.5 cents per share.

ASB’s half-year results show a modest 1% rise in cash net profit, driven by growth in home, business, and rural lending alongside a 5% increase in customer deposits. The bank is investing heavily in technology, customer experience, and social housing initiatives to support New Zealand’s long-term prosperity.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, balancing lending growth with margin pressures and increased technology investment.