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Almonty Industries has secured a binding offtake agreement to supply tungsten oxide exclusively for U.S. defense applications, guaranteeing steady demand and pricing for the next three years.

TPG Telecom reported robust 2024 financials, expanded its mobile network coverage to 98.4% of Australians, and announced a strategic $5.25 billion fibre asset sale to Vocus Group, setting the stage for a leaner, more agile business in 2025.

Medallion Metals has reported significant extensional drilling results at its Gem deposit, pushing high-grade gold-copper-silver mineralisation up to 80 metres beyond current resource boundaries and reinforcing plans for near-term sulphide development.

CLINUVEL Pharmaceuticals has completed recruitment for its Phase III trial of SCENESSE® in vitiligo patients with darker skin types, setting the stage for first results in late 2026. Early clinical observations suggest promising repigmentation outcomes.

MedAdvisor Limited has received a non-binding offer from a major multinational software company to acquire its ANZ business division, valuing it above current market expectations.

OD6 Metals has confirmed significant high-grade copper-zinc-silver volcanogenic massive sulphide mineralisation in its first drilling campaign at Gulf Creek, NSW, marking a major step forward after 60 years of dormancy. The results validate the company’s geophysical targeting and open up promising extensional targets along a 3km strike.

Boss Energy reports a successful ramp-up to commercial production at its Honeymoon uranium mine, backed by a robust $229 million cash position and promising growth at its US Alta Mesa project.

Lake Resources has initiated a Special Committee to explore strategic options for its flagship Kachi Lithium Brine Project, aiming to bridge the gap between market valuation and intrinsic asset value.

Zip Co Limited reported robust April trading with over 40% year-on-year growth in US total transaction value, underpinning a strong profitability turnaround and reaffirming its FY25 cash EBTDA guidance of at least $153 million.

Aguia Resources reports steady underground mining at 15 tonnes per day at its Santa Barbara Gold Project, with plans to boost processing capacity to 50 tonnes per day by July 2025 and imminent gold sales.

Ampol Limited has unveiled its 2025 strategic roadmap focusing on refinery upgrades, retail expansion, and energy transition initiatives, aiming to boost margins and operational efficiency.

FireFly Metals reports significant high-grade copper and gold intersections extending over 200m beyond its current Mineral Resource at the Green Bay Project, prompting an aggressive expansion to seven drill rigs. Strong geophysical signals suggest substantial further resource growth potential.

Temple & Webster reports a strong trading update with revenue growth accelerating to 23% since March and a positive EBITDA margin outlook for FY25, despite ongoing economic headwinds.

Lunnon Metals has announced its inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate for the Lady Herial gold deposit, marking a rapid progression from discovery to resource in just 15 months. The shallow, high-grade deposit is poised for fast-tracked development amid strong gold prices.

Nanoveu Limited has expanded its capital raise to $2.7 million, led by a significant investment from CEO Mark Goranson and strong insider participation, to accelerate development across its semiconductor, 3D visualisation, and solar technology divisions.

Leeuwin Metals has confirmed extensive shallow, high-grade gold mineralisation across a 1.6km trend at its Evanston Prospect within the Marda Gold Project, Western Australia, setting the stage for a busy exploration season.

Equinox Resources has reported strong assay results from 92 new drill holes at its Mata da Corda project in Brazil, confirming a broad, high-grade titanium corridor near surface. The ongoing drilling campaign continues to reveal promising mineralisation within a valuable heavy mineral assemblage.

Terrain Minerals is set to begin a 3,350-meter RC drilling campaign targeting expansion of high-grade gold and silver mineralisation at its Lightning and Monza prospects in Western Australia, supported by a $1.8 million rights issue.

Strike Energy’s latest seismic surveys reveal promising exploration and appraisal opportunities at Ocean Hill and Kadathinni, reinforcing its dominant position in the Perth Basin gas market.

Nine Entertainment reports solid Q3 advertising revenue growth and cost efficiencies while advancing a major stake sale in Domain, positioning the media giant for strategic expansion.

A landmark High Court ruling in South Africa exempts upstream petroleum activities from the Gas Act, easing regulatory burdens for companies like Renergen and Tetra4.

National Australia Bank (NAB) reported steady cash earnings and improved return on equity in the first half of 2025, underpinned by strong capital ratios and a clear strategic focus on business banking, deposits, and proprietary home lending.

National Australia Bank posted a 0.8% rise in cash earnings for 1H25, underpinned by profit growth and lower credit impairments amid a cautious economic outlook. The bank advances its strategy focused on customer experience and technology modernization while maintaining strong capital and liquidity positions.

National Australia Bank’s half year results to March 2025 reveal modest revenue growth and stable cash earnings amid competitive pressures and regulatory demands. The bank’s strong capital position and ongoing strategy execution underpin cautious optimism.