Latest Regulatory Capital News

Cuscal Limited has completed its acquisition of Indue Limited, targeting significant cost synergies and board refreshment to strengthen its payments business.

K2 Asset Management Holdings Ltd marked a pivotal year with 17% revenue growth and a return to profitability, declaring a fully franked dividend and outlining ambitious growth plans across its core business pillars.

Macquarie Group Limited reported a 3% increase in net profit to A$1.655 billion for the half year ended 30 September 2025, driven by robust performances in its asset management and capital segments. The Group’s diversified funding and strong capital position underpin its strategic growth and climate finance initiatives.

QBE Insurance Group has priced a $300 million issue of USD subordinated notes due in 2037, offering investors a fixed 5.239% interest rate initially, with a reset in 2032 tied to U.S. Treasury yields. These notes strengthen QBE’s regulatory capital under APRA’s framework.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a solid $6.9 billion net profit for FY25, underpinned by strong deposit growth and ongoing digital transformation, while advancing ambitious sustainability targets.

Insurance Australia Group (IAG) reported strong FY25 results and upgraded its FY26 guidance, reflecting the completed RACQ acquisition and ongoing strategic growth initiatives.

Challenger Limited reported a solid 4% increase in total Life sales to $2.5 billion in Q1 FY26, buoyed by strong annuity sales and strategic partnerships. The company reaffirmed its FY26 earnings guidance while highlighting upcoming regulatory changes expected to benefit the sector.

QBE Insurance Group has announced the redemption of its USD 300 million 6.10% fixed rate subordinated notes due 2045, marking a notable step in its capital management strategy with regulatory approval secured.

Westpac Banking Corporation has announced a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.1616 per Capital Note 10, reflecting a 4.66% annualised yield based on current benchmark rates.

Westpac Banking Corporation announces a fully franked distribution of AUD 1.2140 per Westpac Capital Notes 9 for the quarter ending December 2025, reflecting a 4.87% annualised yield based on current market rates.

National Australia Bank Limited announces a fully franked distribution of AUD 1.1095 per NAB Capital Note 7, reflecting a 4.45% annualised rate for the upcoming quarter.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia announces a fully franked quarterly dividend of AUD 1.1222 per PERLS XV capital note, payable in December 2025, reflecting steady income for investors.