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WAM Leaders Limited has raised its fully franked full year dividend to 9.4 cents per share despite underperforming the ASX 200 in FY2025, signaling confidence in a market inflection and a strategic pivot towards quality and growth sectors.

Microequities Asset Management Group Limited reported a 19.3% rise in net profit for FY25, driven by strong fund performance and a surge in performance fees, while declaring a fully franked final dividend of 2.0 cents per share.

WAM Global Limited outperformed the MSCI World Index in FY2025 with a 19.4% portfolio gain, enabling a higher fully franked dividend of 17 cents per share. The company’s strong results reflect strategic investments in undervalued global growth stocks amid volatile markets.

WAM Leaders Limited reported a strong $63.8 million net profit for FY2025 and declared a fully franked final dividend of 4.7 cents per share, despite its investment portfolio underperforming the benchmark index.

Metal Bank Limited has announced its withdrawal from exploration activities in Jordan, citing geopolitical instability and financial guarantees demanded by local authorities as key reasons.

Falcon Metals has reported a spectacular 1.2m intercept grading 543 grams per tonne gold at its Blue Moon project in Victoria’s Bendigo Goldfield, signaling a promising new chapter in high-grade gold exploration.

The Takeovers Panel has accepted an undertaking from betr Entertainment, addressing key disclosure and structural concerns in its takeover bid for PointsBet, while declining to declare unacceptable circumstances.

Adelong Gold has bolstered its cash reserves by $750,000 through the sale of Sarama Resources shares, positioning itself to advance high-grade gold exploration at its Apollo and Lauriston projects in Victoria.

WAM Global Limited reported a robust 39.8% increase in net profit for FY2025, driven by a 19.4% growth in its investment portfolio and declared a fully franked full year dividend of 17 cents per share. The company’s diversified global holdings and disciplined investment approach underpin its strong shareholder returns.

Ryder Capital has announced a 10% increase in its FY25 final dividend, underpinned by a 20% rise in total comprehensive income and a 27.5% jump in pre-tax net tangible assets. The company’s robust portfolio performance and strategic share buybacks signal confidence in sustained shareholder returns.

Adelong Gold has formally issued a Deadlock Notice to Great Divide Mining, citing fundamental disagreements over the approval of the Challenger Gold Mine’s first annual programme and budget. The dispute raises questions about the joint venture’s path forward amid conflicting claims on production targets and technical assumptions.

Wellnex Life announces the resignation of joint CEO George Karafotias, with Zack Bozinovski stepping up as sole CEO. The company plans to repay a $705,000 director loan within 90 days.

Neurizon Therapeutics faces a delay in FDA review for its lead ALS therapy NUZ-001, with a new decision expected by early October amid agency-wide staffing challenges.

Ryder Capital Limited has delivered a robust financial performance for the year ended 30 June 2025, reporting $17 million in net tangible assets and maintaining a fully franked dividend policy. The company’s audited results highlight strong governance and transparent related party transactions amid a complex valuation environment.

WA1 Resources has raised A$100 million through a placement to accelerate pre-development and infrastructure work at its Luni Niobium Project, bolstering its cash reserves to A$168 million.

Falcon Metals has reported a spectacular 1.2-meter intercept grading 543 grams per tonne gold at its Blue Moon project, marking a significant milestone in its exploration of the northern Bendigo Goldfield extension. The company’s aggressive drilling campaign and robust financial position set the stage for further discoveries in this historically rich gold province.

Siren Gold has raised $4 million through a well-supported placement to accelerate drilling and testing at its flagship Sams Creek Gold Project, alongside exploration at Langdons and Queen Charlotte.

Falcon Metals has raised A$20 million through a strongly supported placement to fund extensive diamond drilling at its Blue Moon gold prospect near Bendigo. The capital injection underscores institutional confidence in the company’s exploration strategy and high-grade gold potential.

Mount Ridley Mines has announced a capital raising of up to $830,388 through a placement and a pro-rata rights issue, aiming to fund ongoing projects and explore new mining opportunities.

Somerset Minerals (ASX – SMM) is advancing its Coppermine Project in Canada with promising maiden drill results and a $4 million placement to fund expanded exploration.

Magnetite Mines Limited has announced a pro rata renounceable rights issue to raise up to $2.65 million, aiming to advance its flagship Razorback iron ore project in South Australia. The offer includes free attaching options and is partially underwritten, reflecting the company’s strategic push towards securing funding and completing key project milestones.

EPX Limited has raised $2 million through a discounted share placement to existing institutional investors, aiming to fuel sales expansion, explore M&A opportunities, and enhance its technology platform.

Centuria Office REIT reported steady FY25 results, maintaining high occupancy and rental growth, alongside a notable $18 million uplift in portfolio valuation. The REIT’s FY26 guidance signals continued stability amid constrained office supply and proactive capital management.

Centuria Office REIT delivered FY25 results in line with guidance, marking a modest portfolio valuation gain and maintaining strong liquidity. The outlook for FY26 remains positive amid constrained office supply and rising rents.