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Kina Securities Limited reported a robust 37% jump in statutory net profit after tax for the half year ended June 2025, driven by solid revenue growth and expanding loan portfolios. The bank also declared a higher interim dividend, reflecting confidence in its financial strength.

Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund has released its inaugural annual report, revealing a strong start with $41.9 million profit before tax and distributions of 8.21 cents per unit following a $302.8 million IPO. The Fund’s diversified commercial real estate portfolio spans senior loans, mezzanine debt, and equity investments across Australia and New Zealand.

Domain Holdings Australia has officially been acquired by US-based CoStar Group, with shareholders receiving cash payouts and a special dividend. The acquisition triggers a board overhaul and imminent ASX delisting.

WiseTech Global posted robust FY25 results with 14% revenue growth and a 53% EBITDA margin excluding acquisition costs, while finalising the strategic e2open acquisition to broaden its global logistics software footprint.

Metrics Master Income Trust (MXT) reported a solid FY2025 with $2.44 billion in assets under management following a $315 million capital raise, while delivering an annual net return of 8.17%, outperforming its benchmark.

Fenix Resources delivered a record 2.4 million tonnes of iron ore in FY25, marking a 64% production jump as it transitioned to a multi-mine operation. Despite iron ore price declines, the company maintained strong cash flow and declared a fully franked dividend, setting ambitious FY26 growth targets.

Metrics Income Opportunities Trust reported a 6.6% increase in profit for FY25, achieving an 8.8% net return and maintaining strong portfolio diversification in private credit assets.

WAM Research Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.05 per share for the half-year ending June 2025, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan offering a 2.5% discount.

WiseTech Global reported robust FY25 results with a 14% revenue increase and a 53% EBITDA margin, boosted by strong CargoWise growth and the strategic acquisition of e2open. The company is poised to accelerate growth through AI innovations and a new commercial model.

Silex Systems reported a sharp increase in net loss for FY2025 alongside declining revenue and a significant drop in cash holdings. The company’s net tangible asset backing per share also fell markedly.

Talius Group Limited reported a 21% increase in sales revenue for the first half of 2025, driven by strong hardware sales and recurring software subscriptions. The company also completed a major contract rollout and achieved significant cost reductions, positioning itself for growth amid evolving aged care sector dynamics.

BCAL Diagnostics has partnered with Sonic Healthcare Australia to broaden access to its innovative blood-based breast cancer test, BREASTEST plus™, across Sydney. This move formalizes a commercial rollout following successful trials and aims to improve early detection for women with dense breast tissue.

MA Credit Income Trust (ASX, MA1) has announced a $190.5 million non-renounceable entitlement offer at a 3.4% discount, aiming to bolster its private credit investments across asset-backed, direct asset, and corporate lending sectors.

Augustus Minerals has initiated Heritage Surveys at its expansive Music Well Gold Project, clearing a critical hurdle toward starting its maiden drilling campaign in a prolific Western Australian gold belt.

EDU Holdings Limited reported a striking 114% increase in revenue to $36.1 million for 1H25, driven by strong higher education enrolments, while declaring its first fully-franked interim dividend. Despite regulatory headwinds in vocational training, the company’s robust cash position and strategic growth initiatives position it well for the future.

Associate Global Partners Limited reported a 14% revenue increase to $7.085 million for FY2025, driven by strong fund growth and improved performance fees. The net loss after tax narrowed significantly to $171,000, reflecting operational progress despite no dividend declaration.

DroneShield Limited has reported a record half-year performance with revenues soaring 210% to A$72.3 million and a robust sales pipeline exceeding A$2.3 billion, underpinned by rising global defense spending and advanced AI counterdrone technology.

WiseTech Global has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of USD 0.077 per share for the first half of FY25, with a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available to eligible shareholders.

WiseTech Global reported a robust FY25 with 14% revenue growth and a 17% rise in net profit, underpinned by a transformative $2.1 billion acquisition of e2open and strategic leadership changes.

Proteomics International Laboratories reported a 26% increase in losses for FY2025, driven by higher operational costs as it advances its Promarker® diagnostic pipeline. Despite an 8% rise in revenue from ordinary activities, total income slipped 2%, underscoring ongoing commercialisation challenges.

The Star Entertainment Group updates investors on ongoing negotiations with lenders over financial covenant waivers and signals imminent release of unaudited accounts for June 2025.

NH3 Clean Energy has launched the FEED phase for its WAH2 clean ammonia project, advancing environmental approvals and commercial negotiations with potential strategic partners.

Katana Capital Limited reported a 10.63% gross investment return for the 2025 financial year, surpassing the All Ordinaries index by 1.16%. The fund’s defensive strategy and valuation discipline helped navigate a volatile market environment.

Talius Group Limited has reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance for the half-year ending June 2025, with revenue rising 21% and net losses shrinking by nearly two-thirds.