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Challenger reports a solid first half of FY26 with rising profits, strong annuity sales, and strategic partnerships, underpinning a confident outlook and a $150 million share buy-back plan.

Challenger Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with a 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax and record annuity sales. The company also announced a $150 million on-market share buy-back, reflecting confidence in its strong capital position.

Insurance Australia Group (IAG) reported a resilient first half of FY26 with an underlying insurance profit of $804 million and maintained its full-year guidance despite integration challenges from the RAC Insurance acquisition.

IAG’s 1H26 results reveal a 35% drop in net profit after tax due to severe weather costs from its RACQI acquisition, yet underlying insurance profit rose 7.6%, supported by solid premium growth and a $200 million share buyback.

Insurance Australia Group’s half year net profit fell 35% to $505 million, weighed down by natural peril claims and integration costs from its RACQI acquisition. Despite this, the insurer maintains its full-year guidance and announces a $200 million share buy-back.

IAG has integrated RACQ Insurance into its core reinsurance programs, expanding catastrophe coverage and boosting downside protection through to 2029. This move aims to stabilise earnings and unlock synergies following RACQ’s acquisition.

The ACCC has opposed IAG’s proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance in Western Australia, citing concerns it would stifle competition and lead to higher premiums and reduced product quality.

Helia Group’s 3Q25 APRA data reveals rising gross written premiums despite government scheme pressures, while a Board review confirms strategic focus on the Australian LMI market with significant cost cuts.

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

Tower Limited has renewed its FY26 reinsurance programme with lower premium expenses and enhanced catastrophe coverage, signaling strong financial resilience amid evolving risk landscapes.

Steadfast Group has reported a robust 17.2% increase in underlying net profit after tax for FY25, alongside a 14% rise in its fully franked final dividend, underpinned by both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

Challenger Limited reported a 9% increase in normalised net profit after tax for FY25, driven by strong Life business cash earnings and resilient Funds Management performance despite net outflows. The company also announced an 11% dividend increase and provided positive FY26 EPS guidance amid ongoing regulatory reforms.