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Sequoia Financial Group reported a 13.7% rise in operating profit for FY25, driven by significant growth in funds under advice and operational efficiencies. The company declared a fully franked final dividend, signaling confidence despite ongoing regulatory investigations.

Perpetual Limited reported a steady FY25 with underlying profit after tax of $204.1 million, revenue growth across all segments, and a net loss narrowed to $58.2 million. The firm’s refreshed strategy focuses on simplification, operational excellence, and measured growth investments amid evolving regulatory landscapes.

Telix Pharmaceuticals has received a Complete Response Letter from the FDA for its TLX250-CDx diagnostic agent, citing manufacturing concerns. The company plans immediate remediation and maintains its 2025 revenue guidance.

Atlas Arteria reported a 32.9% drop in statutory net profit for H1 2025 due to a new French tax, yet achieved solid toll revenue and EBITDA growth, maintaining its 2025 distribution guidance.

Atlas Arteria reported an 11.4% rise in revenue for the half year ended June 2025, driven by toll growth across its global portfolio. However, net profit fell 32.9% due to a one-off French tax and ongoing challenges in the US.

Medibank Private Limited reported steady revenue growth and stable profit for FY25, while navigating ongoing cybercrime-related expenses and regulatory scrutiny. The insurer also announced increased dividends and outlined strategic investments in health services and digital transformation.

EDU Holdings Limited reported a striking 114% increase in revenue to $36.1 million for 1H25, driven by strong higher education enrolments, while declaring its first fully-franked interim dividend. Despite regulatory headwinds in vocational training, the company’s robust cash position and strategic growth initiatives position it well for the future.

MyEco Group reported a 9% increase in FY25 sales driven by an 82% jump in MyEco branded products, alongside a strategic operational restructure aimed at cutting costs and boosting supply chain flexibility.

ASIC has initiated civil proceedings against Equity Trustee Superannuation Limited, alleging failures in due diligence and monitoring related to the Shield Master Fund. Equity Trustees is cooperating with ASIC and supporting affected members while reviewing the claims.

Coles Group Limited reported modest growth in FY25 with $44.35 billion revenue and $1.08 billion net profit, underpinned by major supply chain investments and sustainability milestones. The company maintained dividends but faces ongoing legal challenges.

Fortescue Metals Group reported a robust FY25 with record iron ore shipments and strong profits, while advancing its green metal and decarbonisation initiatives. The company also provided solid FY26 guidance amid ongoing exploration and capital discipline.

29Metals Limited has reversed a significant loss to report a $35.3 million net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by stronger production at Golden Grove and improved metal prices, while Capricorn Copper remains suspended amid ongoing water and regulatory challenges.