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Suncorp Group Limited delivered a robust half-year performance with a $1.1 billion net profit, driven by favourable natural hazard conditions and the strategic sale of Suncorp Bank. The insurer plans a substantial $4.1 billion return to shareholders, underscoring its strong capital position and growth ambitions.

Amotiv Limited reported a modest 2.3% revenue increase in the first half of FY25, underpinned by acquisitions and strategic initiatives despite organic revenue softness and margin pressures. The company anticipates a stronger second half driven by new business wins and pricing actions.

Amotiv Limited posted a modest 2.3% revenue increase for H1 FY25 despite a 35.8% plunge in net profit after tax, driven by impairments and restructuring. The company signals optimism for FY25 growth, underpinned by new product launches and disciplined cost management.

Amotiv Limited has announced a fully franked interim dividend of AUD 0.185 per share for the half-year ending December 2024, signaling steady financial health and shareholder returns.

Amotiv Limited’s interim results reveal a 34.3% decline in net profit despite a 2.3% revenue increase, driven by significant impairments and restructuring costs. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 18.5 cents per share.

Suncorp Group Limited reported a robust half-year result for 1H25, with net profit after tax nearly doubling to $1.1 billion, driven by the sale of Suncorp Bank and strong insurance operations. The company announced a substantial capital return and special dividend, underscoring its disciplined capital management.

Suncorp Group delivered a robust first half FY25 with NPAT nearly doubling to $1.1 billion, driven by the sale of Suncorp Bank and favourable natural hazard outcomes. The insurer announced a $3.22 per share capital return and dividend, underscoring strong capital management.

Suncorp Group Limited has announced a combined ordinary and special dividend totaling AUD 0.63 per security, fully franked and backed by APRA approval for a capital reduction. The payment is scheduled for mid-March 2025.

Genesis Energy and New Zealand’s top generators are exploring extending Huntly Power Station’s life to address supply risks highlighted by winter 2024’s energy crunch.

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.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 2.25 per share, payable March 28, 2025, reflecting solid financial results for the period ending December 31, 2024.

VGI Partners Global Investments Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.06 per share for the half-year ending December 2024, alongside a Dividend Reinvestment Plan offering shareholders flexibility.