🔥 Wednesday 18 February 2026 Wed, 18 Feb 2026

Infragreen Group Limited reports a remarkable turnaround with a statutory net profit of A$3.64 million for H1 2025 and declares its inaugural interim dividend, underscoring confidence in its sustainable infrastructure investments.

Austco Healthcare has reported a robust first half of 2026, with revenue surging 31% and EBITDA jumping 60%, underpinned by solid contract backlog and debt-free balance sheet.

AuMEGA Metals has successfully upsized its institutional financing to C$30.1 million, anchored by Condire Investors who will hold nearly 20% of the company. The funds will accelerate exploration programs across its Newfoundland gold projects.

Bell Financial Group delivered a robust 17.1% rise in net profit after tax to $36 million for 2025, driven by strong growth in its Platforms division and a rebound in market activity. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 6.5 cents per share, signalling confidence as it prepares to launch a new wealth management platform in 2026.

Cyclopharm has achieved a key milestone with Technegas approved for clinical use at the US National Institutes of Health, marking a strategic advance in its American expansion. Installation is imminent, leveraging a federal procurement framework that could broaden Technegas applications beyond pulmonary embolism.

Caterpillar has finalized its acquisition of RPMGlobal, paying shareholders A$5.00 per share and prompting RPMGlobal’s removal from the ASX. This marks a significant shift in the mining software landscape.

Sports Entertainment Group reports a robust first half FY26 with nearly doubling EBITDA and declares special dividends following asset sales.

Sports Entertainment Group Limited reported a robust half-year ending December 2025, with revenues climbing 28% and underlying EBITDA soaring 78%, driven by strong media and complementary services growth. The company also finalised its Perth Wildcats divestment, boosting cash reserves.

IDT Australia reports a robust 20.3% increase in core revenue and a dramatic narrowing of EBITDA losses, signalling early success from its strategic realignment under new leadership.

PhosCo Ltd has raised $5 million through a strongly supported share placement to fund exploration and development at its Gasaat Phosphate Project in Tunisia, positioning the company for upcoming resource milestones.

Solvar Limited reported a 5.8% rise in half-year NPAT to $20 million, driven by the sale of its New Zealand written-off loan book and expanded debt facilities. The company also announced a special dividend and outlined growth plans in commercial lending.

Horseshoe Metals has announced a significant new copper Exploration Target at its Motters Zone within the Horseshoe Lights Project, estimating up to 3.6 million tonnes grading 1.5% copper. This development highlights the potential to substantially expand the existing resource base as Phase 2 drilling and commercial discussions advance.

Servcorp has reported a robust first half for FY2026, with underlying profit soaring 34% and a strong dividend declared, signalling sustained momentum despite economic uncertainties.

Livium Ltd has turned a profit in the first half of FY26 despite lower revenues, supported by cost cuts and a new joint venture. The company also secured $4.5 million in fresh capital to expand its lithium-ion battery recycling and rare earth initiatives.

Cleo Diagnostics has chosen Bio-Techne’s next-generation Ella™ platform to enhance its ovarian cancer blood test, aiming for faster, more precise results and a streamlined path to FDA approval.

Nickel Industries has received a significant 60% increase in its 2026 nickel ore sales quota, positioning the company to capitalise on rising nickel prices and ramp up its next-generation processing projects.

Capstone Copper forecasts steady 2026 copper output with a $495 million capital expenditure plan focused on key growth projects and exploration in Chile.

Kingston Resources reports robust high-grade polymetallic assay results from underground drilling at Mineral Hill, reinforcing resource confidence and de-risking near-term mining plans.

American West Metals has appointed a top Washington DC advisory firm to deepen US government engagement for its West Desert Project, aiming to establish the first domestic indium supply chain amid critical minerals supply risks.

Javelin Minerals has identified multiple promising gold and copper exploration targets at its Coogee Gold Project in Western Australia, setting the stage for an extensive drilling campaign in 2026. The discoveries build on historical data and new geophysical surveys, highlighting significant potential near existing resources.

Western Yilgarn NL has announced a significant discovery of high-grade cobalt, scandium, nickel, copper, and lead mineralisation at its Ida Holmes Junction Project in Western Australia, reinforcing its strategic foothold in critical minerals.

EV Resources has successfully produced its first metallic antimony ingots from the Los Lirios project in Mexico, validating a low-cost smelting process and advancing its strategy to supply the North American market.

Mayne Pharma has initiated legal proceedings against Cosette Pharmaceuticals and associated parties, seeking substantial damages following the collapse of their acquisition deal.

BlueScope has received a revised takeover proposal offering $32.35 per share in cash from a consortium of SGH and Steel Dynamics, prompting the Board to reassess the offer amid strategic restructuring plans.