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Equity Trustees faces an expanded Federal Court claim from ASIC seeking compensation for superannuation members after a $73 million revaluation hit the Shield Master Fund. The trustee disputes liability and supports liquidation efforts to recover member funds.

Whitefield Income Limited has announced fully franked monthly dividends of 0.583 cents per share for the final quarter of 2025, delivering an 8.0% annual yield based on its IPO price.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) prices for its suite of Australian iShares ETFs for the September 2025 distribution period, alongside important tax certification reminders for investors.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced final cash distributions for 14 Australian domiciled iShares ETFs, with payments scheduled for 22 October 2025. Investors are reminded of key dates and tax certification requirements under FATCA and CRS.

NSX Limited shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by a CNSX Markets-related entity, setting the stage for a significant market transition pending court approval.

Equity Story Group has terminated its acquisition agreement with Baker Young Limited after failing to meet key conditions by the September deadline, signaling a strategic pivot for the financial services firm.

NSX Limited shareholders overwhelmingly approved a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by 1001290557 Ontario Inc., a related entity of the Canadian Stock Exchange operator CNSX Markets Inc. The deal, valued at four cents per fully paid share, now awaits Federal Court approval to proceed.

DigitalX Limited reveals a robust A$101 million treasury portfolio dominated by Bitcoin holdings and a significant cash increase from Solana sales, underpinning its ambitious target of accumulating 2,100 Bitcoins by 2027.

GQG Partners reported a decline in funds under management to US$167.2 billion as net outflows hit US$1.7 billion in September, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid market volatility.

Fiducian Group Limited has reported a robust 23% increase in net profit after tax for the year ended June 2025, driven by strong inflows and resilient performance across its financial planning, platform administration, and investment management segments despite challenging market conditions.

COG Financial Services is raising A$20 million through an institutional placement to acquire an additional 14.08% stake in Fleet Network, increasing its ownership to over 92%. This move is expected to immediately enhance earnings per share and support COG’s strategic growth in novated leasing and salary packaging.

COG Financial Services has increased its ownership in Fleet Network to over 92% through a $23.9 million acquisition, funded by a $20 million equity placement. This move is expected to enhance earnings and maintain a robust balance sheet heading into FY25.