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Felix Gold Limited reports outstanding high-grade antimony and gold results from trench sampling at its Treasure Creek Project, highlighting potential for near-term production amid critical supply concerns.

St Barbara Limited has announced its intention to separate its Atlantic Gold Operations in Nova Scotia, aiming to unlock value through a Canadian-led development while concentrating on its Papua New Guinea assets.

St Barbara reveals plans to expand its 15-Mile processing plant capacity from 2.1 Mtpa to 3.0 Mtpa, integrating Cochrane Hill ore to target annual gold production exceeding 100,000 ounces.

Horizon Minerals has commenced processing the first ore from its Phillips Find Gold Project, marking a key milestone in its path to gold production. The joint venture with BML Ventures is progressing well, with mining operations already delivering substantial volumes.

IMDEX reported a 10% revenue decline in 1H25 amid subdued global exploration activity but delivered a robust 28% increase in EBITDA, maintaining a strong 30% margin and positioning itself for growth.

IMDEX Limited reported resilient half-year results for FY2025, achieving half-on-half revenue growth and maintaining margins despite a challenging mining exploration environment. The company strengthened its balance sheet and declared an interim dividend, positioning itself for future growth.

IMDEX Limited reported a significant 84% increase in net profit for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, even as revenue declined by 10%. The company declared a steady interim dividend, underscoring confidence amid mixed financial signals.

Red Mountain Mining's recent desktop study of the Fry Lake Gold Project reveals promising gold mineralisation across multiple claims, setting the stage for an active 2025 exploration season amid soaring gold prices.

Lefroy Exploration has partnered with BML Ventures under a profit-sharing agreement to develop the Lucky Strike gold deposit, aiming to start mining operations in the second half of 2025. This collaboration leverages BML's mining expertise and funding, while Lefroy retains half the profits from the project.

EMVision Medical Devices has secured US ethics approval for its pivotal multi-centre trial of the EMVision emu™ brain scanner, paving the way for a March 2025 trial start aimed at FDA clearance.

ASB reported a modest 1% increase in cash net profit after tax for the half-year ending December 2024, underpinned by rising lending volumes and strategic investments in housing and fraud prevention amid New Zealand's gradual economic recovery.

Suncorp Group Limited has announced a cash return of capital of AUD 3.00 per share, backed by shareholder and regulatory approvals, with payments scheduled for early March 2025.

Suncorp Group Limited delivered a robust half-year performance with a $1.1 billion net profit, driven by favourable natural hazard conditions and the strategic sale of Suncorp Bank. The insurer plans a substantial $4.1 billion return to shareholders, underscoring its strong capital position and growth ambitions.

Amotiv Limited reported a modest 2.3% revenue increase in the first half of FY25, underpinned by acquisitions and strategic initiatives despite organic revenue softness and margin pressures. The company anticipates a stronger second half driven by new business wins and pricing actions.

Amotiv Limited’s interim results reveal a 34.3% decline in net profit despite a 2.3% revenue increase, driven by significant impairments and restructuring costs. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 18.5 cents per share.

Suncorp Group Limited reported a robust half-year result for 1H25, with net profit after tax nearly doubling to $1.1 billion, driven by the sale of Suncorp Bank and strong insurance operations. The company announced a substantial capital return and special dividend, underscoring its disciplined capital management.

Arena REIT has delivered a strong half-year 2025 performance, with significant profit growth driven by strategic acquisitions and development completions, while reaffirming its distribution guidance and sustainability commitments.

Arena REIT delivered a robust HY2025 performance with statutory net profit soaring 87%, underpinned by strategic acquisitions and development completions. The REIT reaffirmed its FY2025 distribution guidance, signaling confidence in sustained growth amid a strong social infrastructure portfolio.

Arena REIT reports a striking 87% increase in net profit for the half-year ended December 2024, driven by property revaluations and rental growth. Distributions per security also rose, reflecting confidence in the group’s long-term strategy.

Suncorp Group delivered a robust first half FY25 with NPAT nearly doubling to $1.1 billion, driven by the sale of Suncorp Bank and favourable natural hazard outcomes. The insurer announced a $3.22 per share capital return and dividend, underscoring strong capital management.

Suncorp Group Limited has announced a combined ordinary and special dividend totaling AUD 0.63 per security, fully franked and backed by APRA approval for a capital reduction. The payment is scheduled for mid-March 2025.

Suncorp Group Limited has delivered a strong half-year performance for the period ending December 31, 2024, with significant growth in revenue and net profit, while navigating the ongoing return of proceeds from its Suncorp Bank sale.

Genesis Energy and New Zealand’s top generators are exploring extending Huntly Power Station’s life to address supply risks highlighted by winter 2024’s energy crunch.

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia has released its December 2024 Basel III Pillar 3 report, reaffirming strong capital adequacy and liquidity positions despite evolving regulatory frameworks.