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Cobram Estate Olives has successfully closed a $6.1 million Share Purchase Plan alongside a $2 million shortfall placement, fueling its US growth ambitions. The capital raise complements a recent $175 million institutional placement, underpinning the company’s strategic farmland acquisitions and olive grove developments in America.

The Calmer Co (ASX – CCO) reported an impressive $8 million revenue for FY25, marking 86% year-over-year growth and positioning itself as a global leader in the emerging kava market. With expanding retail presence and strong US sales, the company is on track to break even in 2026.

The Calmer Co International Limited has reported its strongest quarterly revenue ever at $2.4 million, driven by robust Australian retail sales and expanding US market presence. The company is also advancing a $1.4 million convertible note to fuel growth and inventory expansion.

Eagers Automotive has successfully raised A$452 million through a discounted entitlement offer and strategic placement, reinforcing its growth ambitions with strong institutional backing and a key alliance with Mitsubishi Corporation.

Bank of Queensland announces a $170 million goodwill impairment in its retail banking unit for FY25, reflecting structural industry changes but maintaining strong cash earnings and capital ratios.

Altamin Limited has extended the closing date for its retail entitlement offer to 15 October 2025, aiming to raise up to AUD 6.46 million to support its mining projects.

Amplitude Energy Limited has announced a proposed 11-for-1 share consolidation, pending shareholder approval at its upcoming AGM. This move aims to streamline its capital structure following a recent entitlement offer.

Venari Minerals is set to close its Share Purchase Plan on 6 October, following a successful $5.5 million placement to institutional investors. Eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand can still apply for shares without brokerage fees before the deadline.

Vanguard Investments Australia has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue prices for its suite of ETFs for the quarter ending 30 September 2025, outlining key dates and eligibility for investors.

Pengana Global Private Credit Trust (ASX – PCX) has announced an $82 million entitlement and shortfall offer at $2.00 per new unit, targeting a 7% annual cash distribution yield. The Trust offers diversified exposure to global private credit funds, primarily in the US and Europe, managed by Pengana Credit with Mercer Consulting as investment consultant.

Nationwide Building Society has confirmed it has largely complied with its post-offer intentions following its acquisition of Virgin Money UK PLC, with a previously disclosed exception.

Intelligent Monitoring Group has acquired BNP Securities for $4.2 million, aiming to blend traditional security manpower with advanced video monitoring solutions. This move is set to boost earnings and broaden ADT Guard’s presence in Australia’s security market.