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Macquarie Posts Record Profit as CEO Wikramanayake Retires

Macquarie Group reported its highest ever first half profit of 2.48 billion Australian dollars. The record result was driven by a surge in commodities trading income. CEO Shemara Wikramanayake stepped down after eight years leading the firm.

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Macquarie Group logo is seen outside their headquarters in Sydney, Australia, May 9, 2025. REUTERS/Hollie Adams

Macquarie Group Ltd posted a record net profit attributable of A$2.48 billion ($1.72 billion) for the first half, driven by soaring commodities income during outgoing CEO Shemara Wikramanayake's final day on Friday.