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Assetora Limited has obtained a Supreme Court injunction restraining external receivers, allowing its directors to maintain control while agreeing on payments to noteholders.

Peppermint Innovation Ltd has raised A$500,000 to accelerate the rollout of its bizmoto digital wallet platform across the Philippine cooperative sector, targeting millions of members and aiming to boost transaction frequency and recurring revenue.

Credit Clear Limited has agreed to acquire DTS, a SaaS collections business with a 35-year history, for A$7.75 million, enhancing its digital platform and global footprint. The deal is expected to be earnings accretive and unlock new growth opportunities across multiple international markets.

Assetora Limited has appointed external administrators following a contested debt claim by SILC, signaling a complex financial and legal standoff. The company disputes the debt but is prepared to pay to avoid further costs while continuing to challenge the claim.

MONEYME has locked in a $300 million credit card warehouse financing facility with improved pricing, setting the stage for its new credit card product launch in 2026.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has been hit with a $50 million operational risk capital charge by APRA, while AUSTRAC launches an enforcement investigation into serious AML/CTF breaches. The bank commits to intensifying risk management efforts amid regulatory scrutiny.

Perpetual Limited has extended its exclusivity agreement with Bain Capital into early 2026 as discussions continue over the potential sale of its Wealth Management business. While progress is steady, no binding deal is yet assured.

Bailador Technology Investments has increased the valuations of its portfolio companies Updoc and PropHero, driving a notable uplift in net tangible assets per share and signaling strong early performance in FY26.

Netwealth Group Limited will compensate members affected by the First Guardian Master Fund collapse with $101 million, impacting its 1H26 profit but aiming to restore member confidence swiftly.

NTAW Holdings has secured an extension of its financial covenant waiver with Commonwealth Bank of Australia until March 2026, while continuing to reduce its borrowing facility.

Credit Corp Group has submitted a non-binding indicative proposal to acquire Humm Group, marking a potential consolidation in the consumer finance sector. The proposal remains conditional as due diligence information is yet to be provided.

Humm Group has received a shareholder notice to remove key directors alongside a non-binding acquisition proposal from Credit Corp, signaling potential major changes ahead.