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Identitii Limited has issued 45 million shares to partially settle an $800,000 loan, increasing a key shareholder's stake to nearly 30%. This move reshapes the company’s capital structure amid ongoing funding arrangements.

WhiteHawk Limited and DoxAI have forged a three-year strategic partnership to integrate AI-driven automation with advanced cyber risk and compliance solutions, aiming to accelerate digital transformation across key sectors in North America and Australia.

AIMS Property Securities Fund (APW) reported a remarkable financial year ending June 2025, with net income and revenue more than doubling and net tangible assets per unit rising 31.8%. The fund’s conservative, debt-free approach and diversified portfolio helped it outperform the broader market despite ongoing distribution suspensions.

Harvey Norman Holdings Limited reported strong FY25 financial results, driven by growth in franchisee sales, property portfolio appreciation, and digital investments. The company’s integrated retail, franchise, property, and digital system across multiple countries underpins its sustained shareholder returns.

WhiteHawk Limited reports an 8.6% revenue increase and a 26% reduction in net loss for H1 2025, alongside new US government contracts and a $1.56 million capital raise.

Bentley Capital Limited reported a reduced net loss of $878,418 for FY25, driven by unrealised investment losses primarily linked to its significant stake in Strike Resources. The company continues to navigate market volatility and operational hurdles with strategic cost controls and asset sales.

Salter Brothers Emerging Companies Limited posted a 25.5% decline in profit after tax for FY25 but marked a milestone with its inaugural dividend payment. The fund remains confident in its small-cap investment strategy amid easing interest rates and geopolitical volatility.

Austral Gold Limited reported a net loss of US$1.3 million for the first half of 2025, while completing refurbishment of its Casposo plant to diversify production. Despite operational challenges and increased costs, the company leans on shareholder support and strategic investments to manage liquidity pressures.

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.

BetMakers Technology Group reported a 10.6% revenue decline to $85.1 million for FY25 but achieved positive adjusted EBITDA and operating cash flow for the first time, signaling a strategic turnaround.

Nido Education Limited reported an 8% rise in Service EBITDA to $12.8 million for the first half of 2025, maintaining steady operational performance despite sector-wide occupancy challenges. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 1.5 cents per share, underscoring confidence in its growth strategy.

Michael Hill International reported a steady FY25 with revenue holding firm at $643.7 million and a return to profitability despite ongoing retail challenges. The year saw strategic store closures, digital sales growth, and leadership changes, setting the stage for a reset under new CEO Jonathan Waecker.