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ASB’s full-year profit slipped slightly despite solid growth in home and business lending, as the bank invests heavily in technology and housing initiatives.

National Australia Bank posted a 0.8% rise in cash earnings for 1H25, underpinned by profit growth and lower credit impairments amid a cautious economic outlook. The bank advances its strategy focused on customer experience and technology modernization while maintaining strong capital and liquidity positions.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a slight 1% decline in net profit to $3.3 billion for the first half of 2025, while business and institutional lending grew robustly. The bank maintained a solid capital position and announced a fully franked interim dividend of 76 cents per share.

AVADA Group Limited reported a seasonally subdued quarter ending March 2025 but achieved positive operating cash flow through disciplined cost reductions and operational efficiencies. A strategic review of its New Zealand operations is underway amid challenging market conditions.

Freightways Group Limited reported solid HY25 results with a 6.7% revenue increase and 9.5% rise in net profit despite ongoing economic headwinds in New Zealand. The company’s strategic investments in automation and market share gains underpin its cautious optimism for FY25.