Latest Australian Prudential Regulation Authority News

QBE Insurance Group has priced a AUD 600 million subordinated notes issuance, strengthening its capital base under APRA regulations with notes maturing in 2036.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reports a 45 basis point increase in its CET1 capital ratio for Q1 2025, driven by earnings despite rising risk-weighted assets. The bank maintains strong liquidity and leverage ratios above regulatory minimums.

Judo Capital Holdings clarifies its recent Q3 financial disclosures, affirming compliance with ASX rules while highlighting FY26 profit guidance as material information.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited delivered its strongest half-year revenue and profit to date, buoyed by the full contribution from Suncorp Bank and a robust capital position despite regulatory challenges.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited posted a 7% increase in statutory profit to AUD 3.642 billion for the half year ended 31 March 2025, with stable cash profit and an 83 cent interim dividend. The full integration of Suncorp Bank underpinned lending and deposit growth, while credit impairments eased.

Helia Group’s 1Q25 APRA lodgement reveals robust growth in gross written premiums and statutory net profit, while the company voices concerns over proposed government changes to the Home Guarantee Scheme that could reshape its market dynamics.

Judo Capital Holdings Limited has released its Basel III Pillar 3 report for the half year ended December 31, 2024, revealing a robust capital position and detailed credit risk exposures that exceed regulatory transparency requirements.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has released its Basel III Pillar 3 disclosures for the year ended December 31, 2024, revealing solid capital adequacy and liquidity positions under APRA regulations. The bank maintains robust buffers amid lending growth and evolving market conditions.

Suncorp Group Limited has announced a cash return of capital of AUD 3.00 per share, backed by shareholder and regulatory approvals, with payments scheduled for early March 2025.

Suncorp Group Limited has announced a combined ordinary and special dividend totaling AUD 0.63 per security, fully franked and backed by APRA approval for a capital reduction. The payment is scheduled for mid-March 2025.

Macquarie Group's 3Q25 trading update reveals strong growth in annuity-style businesses offset by a significant decline in markets-facing segments due to subdued commodity markets. The group's capital position remains robust, comfortably exceeding regulatory requirements.

Brookfield Capital Partners has submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire Insignia Financial at A$4.60 per share, matching rival offers and setting the stage for a competitive bidding process.