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Solvar Limited reported solid FY25 results with profit growth, a significant dividend hike, and a positive outlook for FY26 driven by loan originations and commercial lending expansion.

hummgroup and The Abercrombie Group have mutually agreed to end discussions on an unsolicited acquisition proposal, with TAG withdrawing its offer that included a 35% premium. The Independent Board Committee now shifts focus to operational execution and shareholder value.

Humm Group reports a 14% decline in new loan originations for 1Q26, driven by a steep 61% fall in Australian Point of Sale volumes following regulatory changes and technology setbacks. However, international growth and asset expansion provide some offset.

BNK Banking Corporation’s Q1 FY26 update reveals margin expansion and loan book growth despite lower profits, highlighting strategic moves including a significant portfolio sale and senior secured investments.

Bank of Queensland reported a robust FY25 with 12% growth in cash earnings and significant progress in its digital banking and branch conversion initiatives. The bank’s focus on productivity and specialist business lending underpins its optimistic outlook despite ongoing economic uncertainties.

Bank of Queensland reports a 12% rise in cash earnings for FY25 despite a 53% drop in statutory profit due to one-off impairments and restructuring. The bank’s strategic pivot towards commercial lending and digital transformation underpins improved operational performance and shareholder returns.

humm Group Limited reported a remarkable 458% increase in net profit for FY25, driven by strong asset growth and effective cost management. The company also announced a final dividend and highlighted ongoing technology transformation and ESG commitments.

Solvar Limited’s FY25 results highlight solid loan book growth in Australia, the strategic launch of Bennji commercial finance, and a significant 40% increase in dividends, underpinning confidence in future earnings.

Solvar Limited reported a robust FY25 with a 17.4% increase in normalised NPAT and launched Bennji, a new commercial lending brand targeting small businesses.

BNK Banking Corporation Limited has reported a significant turnaround in FY25, posting a statutory net profit after tax of $1.28 million, reversing a $6.7 million loss in FY24. The bank’s strategic focus on higher-margin lending and diversified income streams underpinned this recovery.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has released its June 2025 Basel III Pillar 3 disclosures, revealing a solid Common Equity Tier 1 ratio of 11% and robust liquidity metrics amid evolving risk management strategies.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s latest Pillar 3 disclosures reveal steady capital adequacy ratios and strong liquidity metrics as credit risk exposures grow modestly.