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Chariot Resources advances its Nigerian lithium acquisition with six licences transferred and spodumene confirmed in samples, while raising A$2.15 million and securing a A$3.5 million loan refinancing.

Cobre Limited has secured majority control of the Sierra Atacama Copper Project in Chile through a $60 million capital raise, marking its transition from explorer to producer. The company plans extensive drilling and operational upgrades to boost production and resource confidence.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals’ Phase II Co-PSMA trial confirms its Cu-SAR-bisPSMA PET imaging detects more than twice the prostate cancer lesions versus standard care, driving patient management changes. Phase III AMPLIFY recruitment closes, manufacturing deals inked, and cash sits near $198 million.

Zenith Minerals has reported a significant milestone with a maiden 675,000-ounce JORC Inferred Mineral Resource at its Consolidated Dulcie Gold Project, alongside deep drilling success at Red Mountain that extends mineralisation beyond 700 metres.

Bindi Metals has confirmed bonanza-grade gold mineralisation at its Ravni Gold Project in Serbia, defining a 3 km high-grade corridor and preparing for maiden drilling with a preferred contractor in place.

Astron Limited has updated its Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project with a refreshed Bankable Feasibility Study showing a pre-tax NPV8 of AUD 759 million, strengthened Indigenous agreements, and a targeted Final Investment Decision in Q2 2026.

Emmerson Resources is set to be acquired by Pan African Resources for approximately A$311 million, offering shareholders a 36% premium. The company also advances a government-backed feasibility study for a shared processing facility and begins royalty revenue inflows.

KGL Resources has secured a US$300 million streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals, unlocking early construction funding for its Jervois Copper-Silver-Gold Project. The updated Baseline Economic Model highlights robust returns with a post-tax NPV8 of A$839 million and a 30% IRR, underpinning the path to production.

ACDC Metals (ASX: ADC) has acquired an option to earn full ownership of the Mount Jackson gold-silver project in Nevada’s prolific Walker Lane district, backed by a $0.935 million placement and a planned $1.56 million rights issue to fund exploration.

Alvo Minerals has delivered compelling assay results from its Touro Prospect, confirming extensive copper and zinc sulphide mineralisation along a 750m strike at its flagship Palma Copper-Zinc Project in Brazil.

Forte Energy has rapidly expanded its oil and gas exploration portfolio in Alaska’s National Petroleum Reserve, acquiring over 156,000 acres including the billion-barrel Harrier Prospect and adjacent leases to Umiat Oil Field, while securing significant cost savings through lease fee suspensions.

ABx Group has made significant strides in its rare earths and clean fluorine chemical projects, receiving high-purity product validation and advancing pilot plant construction, while progressing bauxite mining approvals across multiple states.

Blue Star Helium has completed Stage 1 of its Galactica development, tying six wells into the Pinon Canyon facility and starting spot-priced helium sales. The company raised A$10 million to fund further project expansion and working capital.

Cynata Therapeutics is on the cusp of releasing critical data from its Phase 2 aGvHD and Phase 3 osteoarthritis trials in Q2 2026, while managing a tight cash runway and preparing for a capital raising.

Hawk Resources reports high-grade copper mineralisation at Utah's Cactus project and secures an option to acquire up to 80% of Arizona's Meerkat copper project, while progressing scandium exploration in Western Australia.

Mesoblast Limited posted US$30.3 million in net revenues for Ryoncil® in Q3 2026, hitting key clinical milestones and securing new technology licenses that could boost its next-generation cell therapies.

Freehill Mining’s aggregates business surged with a 59% jump in quarterly sales, while new copper project options promise to shift the company’s growth trajectory.

Strategic Energy Resources (ASX:SER) has locked in a $6 million joint venture with Sumitomo for its Bulimba Gold Project, secured $400,000 in government grants for drilling, and completed capital consolidation, positioning itself for a busy exploration season in Queensland.

Omni Bridgeway reports strong investment activity and a robust pipeline for Q3 2026, maintaining solid returns and cost discipline amid global market volatility.

Gibb River Diamonds (ASX:GIB) has completed mining and processing at its Neta JV within the Edjudina Gold Project, generating over 5,200 ounces of gold and receiving a $7 million profit share. The company is progressing exploration on a new lease near Neta and maintains a strong cash position to support further growth.

Alterity Therapeutics secures FDA backing on key Phase 3 elements for ATH434 in Multiple System Atrophy, bolstered by fresh Phase 2 data showing slowed disease progression and strategic leadership hires.

archTIS delivered a 231% year-on-year increase in annual recurring revenue to A$15.1 million, marked by the full deployment of its US Department of Defense custom software and a significant contract with a US-European military alliance.

Mount Ridley Mines has reported a substantial inferred mineral resource for heavy rare earths and scandium at its Western Australian project, underpinning its multi-element development strategy.

Black Rock Mining is closing in on full construction readiness at its Mahenge Graphite Project after completing key early works and advancing funding discussions amid improving graphite prices.