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Judo Bank’s Q3 results show solid lending expansion, stable credit quality amid economic uncertainty, and reaffirmed FY26 guidance with a healthy capital buffer.

Judo Bank reported solid Q3 lending growth and stable asset quality, maintaining its FY26 profit before tax guidance between $180m and $190m despite increasing credit loss provisions due to economic uncertainty.

N1 Holdings delivered record settlement volumes and a 127% surge in quarterly cash receipts despite challenging market conditions, driven by disciplined funding and operational efficiency.

Butn Limited has reported its fifth consecutive half-year of revenue growth, underpinned by a $100 million senior debt facility and expanding platform originations. Despite a statutory loss, the company’s operational momentum and strategic initiatives signal robust growth prospects.

Liberty Financial Group has reported a robust 12% increase in underlying NPATA to $82.3 million for the half year ending December 2025, supported by record loan originations and a strong balance sheet. The acquisition of Moula is set to accelerate unsecured SME lending, while cost efficiencies and moderating credit risk underpin improved financial metrics.

Judo Capital Holdings has delivered a robust 1H26 result, posting a 26% half-on-half profit before tax increase and upgrading its net interest margin guidance for the second half. The bank’s SME lending franchise continues to expand rapidly, supported by strong deposit growth and a solid capital position.

Judo Bank has reported a robust half-year result with profit before tax surging 53% year-on-year, driven by strong SME loan growth and improved operating efficiency. The bank reaffirms its FY26 guidance, signalling confidence in continued momentum.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited has reported a robust half-year result, with profit before tax rising 26% over the prior half and 53% year-on-year, driven by strong SME loan book growth and stable net interest margins.

N1 Holdings Limited has reported a strong December quarter with rising revenue, net profit, and cash receipts, underpinned by SME lending growth and funding efficiency improvements. The company also navigates increased regulatory scrutiny with a firm commitment to conservative lending.

Judo Capital Holdings reports robust loan book expansion reaching $13.4 billion by December 2025, reaffirming its FY26 growth and profit targets amid strong SME demand.

National Australia Bank reported a 1% increase in underlying profit for FY25 with stable cash earnings and a steady fully franked dividend of 85 cents per share. The bank’s refreshed strategy shows early momentum despite rising credit impairment charges.

N1 Holdings reports a steady start to FY26 with a $375,000 net profit and robust cash flow, driven by its SME lending operations and enhanced by AI technology.