• Mayfield Group declares higher FY2026 final dividend

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    The Mayfield Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: MYG) shares are in focus after the company declared a fully franked final dividend of 2.4 cents per share for FY2026, up from last year’s 2.2 cents. This brings Mayfield’s total FY2026 dividend to 4.4 cents per share.

    What did Mayfield Group report?

    • FY2026 final dividend: 2.4 cents per share, fully franked
    • FY2025 final dividend: 2.2 cents per share (prior period)
    • Total FY2026 dividend: 4.4 cents per share
    • Total dividend payment for FY2026: approximately $5.169 million
    • Dividend payment date: 17 September 2026

    What else do investors need to know?

    Mayfield’s Board expects to continue paying dividends to shareholders on a six-monthly basis, maintaining consistency for income-focused investors. All dividends are expected to remain fully franked, subject to the company’s financial position, franking credits, and capital requirements.

    Investors should note the key dates: the shares go ex-dividend on 3 September 2026, with the record date on 4 September 2026. Payment to shareholders will be made on 17 September 2026.

    What’s next for Mayfield Group?

    Looking ahead, Mayfield aims to keep delivering regular, fully franked dividends, provided its financial position remains strong. The Board reiterates its commitment to rewarding shareholders while balancing capital needs for further growth.

    Investors can expect updates on future dividend intentions as market conditions and internal performance evolve.

    Mayfield Group share price snapshot

    Over the past 12 months, Mayfield Group shares have risen 72%, outperforming the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO).

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  • BrainChip shares: Half-year results show revenue up, loss widens

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    The BrainChip Holdings Ltd (ASX: BRN) share price is in focus after the company reported a 19% lift in half-year revenue to US$1.22 million, with a net loss after tax of US$12.0 million as it accelerates on commercialising its neuromorphic AI technology.

    What did BrainChip report?

    • Revenue of US$1,222,745, up 19% from 1H 2025
    • Net loss after tax of US$12,015,897 (1H 2025: US$9,360,251)
    • Operating expenses increased 33% to US$13,647,140
    • Cash and cash equivalents of US$20,304,971 as at 30 June 2026
    • No interim dividend declared

    What else do investors need to know?

    BrainChip achieved a significant operational milestone by shipping the first production batch of 2,000 AKD1500 neuromorphic processors, marking the transition from pre-production to commercial-scale manufacturing. The company is also developing AKD1500-based hardware platforms to support faster customer adoption.

    During the half, BrainChip signed new intellectual property (IP) licensing deals with EDGEAI and ASICLAND, opening up new streams for potential licensing and royalty revenue. The ecosystem expanded through a new partnership with MicroIP, while dedicated product platforms for defence, industrial AI, and signal analytics were advanced.

    Costs rose as BrainChip invested in R&D, commercialisation efforts, and supporting its next-generation AKD2500 chip—still tracking for a late-2026 development milestone. The company’s financing facility with LDA Capital concluded during the period, with all obligations substantially settled.

    What’s next for BrainChip?

    BrainChip is focused on broadening commercial deployment of its Akida neuromorphic technology across defence, industrial, and edge AI markets. The company expects further product shipments, ecosystem partnerships, and customer integrations in the coming months.

    Development of the AKD2500 chip and BrainChip’s Generative AI program remain key priorities, with internal demonstrations of its GenAI platform targeted by year-end. Management says groundwork is being laid for increased commercial and licensing revenue ahead of anticipated larger-scale customer uptake.

    BrainChip share price snapshot

    Over the past 12 months, BrainChip shares have declined 33%, trailing the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO), which has risen 1% over the same period.

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  • La Trobe Private Credit Fund unveils August 2026 distribution and DRP details

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    The La Trobe Private Credit Fund (ASX: LF1) share price is in focus after the fund announced an estimated unfranked monthly distribution of 1.27 cents per unit for the period ended 31 August 2026. A Dividend/Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) is available to all eligible unitholders.

    What did La Trobe Private Credit Fund report?

    • Estimated ordinary distribution: $0.0127 per unit (unfranked) for August 2026
    • Record date: 2 September 2026
    • Ex date: 1 September 2026
    • Payment date: 14 September 2026
    • DRP available to all holders with an Australian or New Zealand address
    • Distribution tax components expected to be available on or before payment date

    What else do investors need to know?

    The distribution is fully unfranked, and the fund has confirmed that no franking credits are attached for this period. Eligible investors can participate in the DRP to have their distributions automatically reinvested into new units, which will be issued at the ex-distribution Net Tangible Asset Value (NTA) as at the end of the distribution period.

    Tax information relating to the distribution components—including interest, tax-free, and tax-deferred amounts—will be available on the La Trobe Financial website by the payment date. This helps investors when completing their tax returns.

    What’s next for La Trobe Private Credit Fund?

    Investors can expect to receive their August 2026 distribution payment on 14 September 2026. Those who wish to reinvest their distribution must ensure their DRP election is lodged by 5pm AEST on 3 September 2026. The next estimated distribution amount will be confirmed in the lead up to the next payment period.

    La Trobe Private Credit Fund aims to provide consistent monthly income by investing in a diversified portfolio of credit assets. The continued offering of the DRP gives investors flexibility in how they receive their income, supporting long-term capital growth for those who choose to reinvest.

    La Trobe Private Credit Fund share price snapshot

    Over the past 12 months, La Trobe Private Credit Fund shares have declined 5%, trailing the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO), which has risen 1% over the same period.

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