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Australian Finance Group Ltd (AFG) has reported a record-breaking half-year profit for HY26, driven by strong broker network growth and improved funding terms that reduce cash rate sensitivity.

BPH Energy Ltd reported a half-year net loss of $925,691, weighed down by investment write-downs and associate losses, while raising $1.2 million to fund exploration and development. The company’s future hinges on a Federal Court review of a critical offshore permit held by investee Advent Energy.

Savana Asset Management highlights the US as the leading global equity market, driven by robust economic growth, AI investment surges, and investor-friendly policies. Their insights reveal why Australian investors might look across the Pacific for growth opportunities.

Viva Leisure has reported a robust half-year performance with underlying NPAT up 46.8% and revenue climbing to $116.5 million, driven by strong organic membership growth and a booming technology segment.

Oneview Healthcare PLC reported a 21% increase in total revenue to €12 million for the year ended 31 December 2025, driven by growth in recurring revenue and customer expansion. Despite this, the company’s loss after tax widened to €12.6 million, reflecting ongoing investment and cost pressures.

humm Group reports a $13.9 million statutory profit for 1H26, driven by commercial lending growth and strong consumer segment performance despite rising credit losses and regulatory costs.

ASB’s half-year results show a modest 1% rise in cash net profit, driven by growth in home, business, and rural lending alongside a 5% increase in customer deposits. The bank is investing heavily in technology, customer experience, and social housing initiatives to support New Zealand’s long-term prosperity.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, balancing lending growth with margin pressures and increased technology investment.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% increase in statutory net profit after tax to $5.367 billion for the half year ended December 2025, supported by lending growth and improved credit quality despite margin pressures and higher expenses. The bank declared a fully franked interim dividend of $2.35 per share.

ASX Limited announces that CEO Helen Lofthouse will step down in May 2026, coinciding with the imminent go-live of the CHESS project’s first phase. The Board initiates a global search for new leadership to guide the next stage of transformation.

Bailador Technology Investments reports a 33% rise in net profit for HY26 and declares a fully-franked interim dividend, underpinned by robust portfolio company valuations and cash realisations.

Bailador Technology Investments reports a strong HY26 with a 9.5% post-tax NTA per share increase to $1.76 and declares a fully franked interim dividend of 3.9 cents. The technology-focused portfolio saw revenue surge 42% to $673 million, underpinned by robust cash realisations including a $25 million partial sale of SiteMinder.