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IAG reported a 91% surge in net profit after tax to $778 million for 1H25, boosted by favourable weather conditions and a $200 million release from COVID-related provisions. The insurer declared a 12 cents per share interim dividend, underscoring its strong capital position and commitment to customer support amid ongoing economic pressures.

Insurance Australia Group Limited (IAG) reported a 91.2% surge in net profit to $778 million for the half year ended December 2024, driven by robust insurance margins and higher investment income. The company also declared a 12-cent interim dividend, signaling confidence in its financial outlook.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT reported solid 1H FY25 results with stable FFO and DPU per unit, underpinned by a $4.8 billion portfolio and a robust development pipeline targeting strong returns.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT has reported steady funds from operations (FFO) growth in the first half of FY25, underpinned by strategic asset sales and a robust development pipeline. The REIT also confirmed its full-year guidance, signaling confidence in its operational momentum and portfolio resilience.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT has reported a remarkable turnaround in its half-year results, posting a $116.8 million profit compared to a loss last year, while maintaining stable revenue and distributions.

Centuria Capital Group, in partnership with ResetData, has launched Australia’s inaugural sovereign public AI Factory, AI-F1, alongside a pioneering AI Marketplace, promising to democratize access to advanced AI technologies for businesses and government.

Sigma Healthcare has completed its acquisition of Chemist Warehouse, issuing new shares and cash to former shareholders and appointing a refreshed board to steer the merged entity forward.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX: QRI) has launched a $151 million non-renounceable entitlement offer to existing unitholders, aiming to boost portfolio diversification and liquidity by investing in commercial real estate loans.

Generation Development Group has successfully closed its institutional equity raising, securing $233.3 million to fund the strategic acquisition of Evidentia Group Holdings. Strong investor demand underscores confidence in GDG’s growth trajectory.

AGL Energy reported solid FY25 half-year results with underlying EBITDA of $1.068 billion and narrowed guidance, underscoring its commitment to a sustainable energy transition through significant investments in grid-scale batteries and renewables.

AGL Energy reported a solid first half of FY25 with underlying EBITDA slightly down but maintained strong operational momentum, while narrowing its full-year earnings guidance and announcing key leadership changes.

Dexus Industria REIT (ASX: DXI) has reported a robust 2025 half-year performance, with funds from operations rising 5.7% and occupancy holding steady at 99.5%. The REIT’s active development pipeline and sustainability initiatives underpin its confidence in meeting full-year guidance.