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Pilot Energy has locked in a $1.8 million convertible note funding deal led by Discovery Investments, fueling its transition from oil production to carbon storage at the Cliff Head site. The funding hinges on upcoming shareholder approval and replaces a previously stalled arrangement.

AJ Lucas Group has extended and increased its senior debt facility to $50 million, fully repaid its junior loan, and secured a shareholder loan extension with lower interest rates, positioning the company for reduced financing costs and future growth.

AVJennings Limited has announced a proposed $0.655 per share acquisition scheme by PM Nominees C Pty Ltd, an investment vehicle of Proprium Capital Partners and AVID, offering shareholders a near 100% premium over recent trading prices. The scheme, supported unanimously by the board and an independent expert, awaits shareholder and court approval.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 1.4663 per security for its perpetual capital notes, payable in June 2025 with partial franking.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced a quarterly ordinary dividend of AUD 1.7124 per security on its perpetual capital notes, with a 35% franking rate and a total distribution yield of 6.79% per annum.

QBE Insurance Group reported a robust 31% increase in net profit for 2024, declaring its highest dividend in years and outlining a confident outlook for 2025 amid ongoing global risks.

QBE Insurance Group reported robust 8% gross written premium growth in 1Q25, driven by strong momentum in North America and International markets, while managing significant catastrophe claims. The insurer reaffirmed its full-year outlook despite ongoing market challenges.

Genmin Limited secures a A$2 million unsecured loan from its non-executive Chair to support working capital as it advances the Baniaka iron ore project in Gabon.

REA Group has posted robust growth in its Q3 results, driven by strong buyer demand and strategic product enhancements across its digital real estate platforms.

Aeris Resources has refinanced its environmental bonding and term debt facilities with Washington H. Soul Pattinson, boosting liquidity and extending debt maturity to support growth projects.

Light & Wonder, Inc. reported steady Q1 2025 results with modest revenue growth, margin expansion, and a strategic acquisition poised to reshape its land-based gaming footprint.

Growthpoint Properties Australia has raised its FY25 funds from operations guidance and expanded its logistics portfolio with a $40 million industrial asset acquisition in Queensland, signaling strong operational momentum.