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Navigator Global Investments delivered record financial results in FY25, driven by strong revenue growth and strategic expansion, while suspending dividends to fuel future growth. Key leadership changes mark a new chapter for the alternative asset manager.

Count Limited reported robust FY2025 financial results marked by significant revenue and profit growth, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion. The positive momentum continues into FY2026 Q1 with further gains and a solid M&A pipeline.

Metal Bank Limited has successfully closed a $2.42 million entitlement offer, bolstering its capacity to advance gold projects in Western Australia and critical minerals exploration in Queensland.

EQT has reaffirmed its intention to acquire AUB Group at $45 per share, extending its exclusivity period for due diligence by two weeks. While the proposal remains non-binding, this development keeps acquisition talks firmly on the table.

FSI’s FY2025 portfolio posted a modest 5.0% return, trailing the ASX All Ordinaries Index, while maintaining dividend growth and planning a strategic move into pre-IPO investments.

Perpetual Limited has taken a significant step by entering an exclusivity agreement with Bain Capital Private Equity to explore selling its Wealth Management business, though no deal is guaranteed.

Tyro Payments has appointed Nigel Lee as its new CEO, bringing over 25 years of global fintech and payments expertise to lead the company from January 2026. The leadership change signals a strategic push for growth and innovation in Australia’s competitive payments landscape.

Pepper Money and KKR have agreed to acquire Westpac’s RAMS home loan portfolio, marking a significant move in Australia’s mortgage servicing landscape. The $21.4 billion portfolio acquisition aligns with Pepper Money’s strategy to expand its capital-light servicing business.

Visionflex Group reported a $999,000 cash outflow for Q1 2025 but bolstered its liquidity with $1.9 million in financing, including plans to convert $3 million of convertible notes into equity pending shareholder approval.

Visionflex Group has converted $3.25 million of debt into equity at a 100% premium, emerging debt-free and poised for growth. The company’s Q1 FY26 results show a 34% increase in annual recurring revenue, supported by new product launches targeting the expanding virtual healthcare market.

Domino’s Pizza Enterprises has responded to an ASX price query following a sharp rise in its share price and trading volume, denying any undisclosed acquisition talks despite market speculation.

AUB Group Limited has disclosed a conditional, non-binding proposal from an EQT affiliate to acquire the company at $45 per share, following unusual trading activity and media reports.