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Kelly Partners Group Holdings has completed its first capital raising since its 2017 IPO, issuing shares at a premium to its Operating Partners and reinforcing their stake in the business.

Garda Property Group has reported a modest increase in the valuation of its industrial property portfolio, lifting the total to over $521 million ahead of its FY25 annual report.

Central Asia Metals has increased its takeover offer for New World Resources to A$0.062 per share after acquiring a significant stake, valuing the company at around A$230 million.

Argosy Minerals has executed a spot sales contract for 60 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate from its Rincon project, locking in a price tied to the SMM benchmark. This deal underscores the company’s emerging role in the resurging lithium market.

Westpac Banking Corporation announces a fully franked distribution of AUD 1.2463 per Capital Note 7 for Q3 2025, reflecting a 4.9447% annualised rate based on the 3-month BBSW plus margin.

SunRice reported a slight decline in FY25 revenue to $1.85 billion but achieved improved profitability, driven by strategic acquisitions and operational efficiencies. The company is investing in sustainability and capacity upgrades as it pursues its 2030 Growth Strategy.

Adherium Limited has announced a partially underwritten entitlement offer aiming to raise approximately A$4.5 million through the issuance of new shares and options at a significant discount. The capital raise is designed to accelerate patient onboarding and product development for its respiratory monitoring technology.

SunRice Group reported a 4% rise in net profit for FY25 alongside an 8% dividend increase, navigating inflation and currency volatility with strategic growth initiatives.

Ricegrowers Limited (SunRice) reported a 3.7% rise in profit after tax for FY25 despite a 1.5% decline in revenue, driven by strategic cost savings and product innovation. The company announced a fully franked 50 cent final dividend and reactivated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

Kinterra Capital has announced an all-cash $204 million takeover bid for New World Resources, offering a significant premium over a rival bid and recent trading prices. The move positions Kinterra to potentially gain full control of NWR, reshaping the company’s future.

QuickFee Limited has successfully completed an oversubscribed Share Purchase Plan, raising a total of A$1.532 million alongside a recent placement, positioning the fintech for accelerated loan book expansion in the US and Australia.

MIXI Australia has launched a recommended all-cash takeover offer for PointsBet at $1.20 per share, significantly outpacing rival Betr Entertainment’s scrip proposal. The PointsBet board unanimously supports MIXI’s bid, highlighting its certainty and premium value.