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AMP reported a robust FY24 with underlying NPAT rising 15.1% to $236 million, driven by disciplined cost management and strong cash flows. The company declared a final dividend of 1.0 cents per share and is set to launch a new digital bank in February 2025, signaling strategic growth in wealth and banking sectors.

AMP Limited’s 2024 results reveal a 43% drop in statutory net profit to $150 million, offset by a 15.1% rise in underlying profit to $236 million, alongside the completion of its Advice business sale and the launch of a new digital bank.

Meridian Energy's January 2025 report reveals a sharp drop in national hydro storage and inflows, coinciding with one of the driest Januarys on record and a notable dip in retail sales volumes.

Cochlear Limited has announced a fully franked dividend of AUD 2.15 per share for the six months ending December 2024, payable in multiple currencies on April 14, 2025.

Hancock & Gore Limited (ASX: HNG) showcased a transformative year at its 121st AGM, spotlighting a strategic merger with Schoolblazer that creates a leading global uniforms platform and signals a new phase of growth and portfolio simplification.

Bapcor Limited will announce its half-year financial results for the period ending December 2024 on 26 February, with a live briefing hosted by its top executives.

Downer EDI Limited has reported a strong financial turnaround in the first half of FY25, with significant earnings growth and improved cash flow despite a revenue decline influenced by divestments and softer market conditions.

Downer EDI Limited has reported a robust first half of FY25, with a 4.7% rise in statutory NPAT and a striking 70% increase in pro forma NPATA, underscoring the success of its ongoing transformation program.

Downer EDI Limited has announced a six-month ordinary dividend of AUD 0.108 per share, payable on March 27, 2025, with 75% franking. The dividend offers currency flexibility for New Zealand investors.

Regal Asian Investments Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.06 per share for the half-year ending December 2024, with a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available to shareholders.

Micro-X Limited has initiated a $2.7 million retail entitlement offer as part of a broader $6 million capital raising, supporting its strategic pivot towards medical imaging technologies and strengthening its balance sheet.

Micro-X Ltd has launched the retail component of its $6 million capital raising, offering eligible shareholders the chance to buy new shares at 7 cents each, aiming to raise $2.7 million by late February 2025.