Latest Strategy Changes News

Wesfarmers has announced the wind down of Catch as a standalone business, transferring its e-commerce fulfilment centres to Kmart Group and integrating key digital capabilities into its retail divisions to strengthen omnichannel offerings.

BHP has reported a robust 10% increase in copper production for the half year ended December 2024, driven by record output at Escondida and strong performances across key assets. Despite a weather-related setback in South Australia, the company remains on track to meet FY25 guidance while advancing major growth projects and sustainability initiatives.

Hazer Group has successfully completed its Commercial Demonstration Plant program ahead of schedule, validating its methane pyrolysis technology and securing significant funding to accelerate commercialisation in 2025.

Brazilian Critical Minerals Limited reports strong assay results from its 2024 drilling program at the Ema project, confirming widespread high-grade rare earth mineralisation ideal for in-situ recovery mining.

Catalyst Metals is on track to nearly double its annual gold production to 200koz by revitalising the Plutonic East mine, backed by strong grade control drilling results and a modest A$31 million capital plan.

Hillgrove Resources delivered a robust December quarter with record development and copper production, underpinned by exceptional drilling results at Nugent. The company projects increased output and improved cost efficiency for 2025.

Nico Resources Limited reports steady progress on its flagship Wingellina nickel-cobalt project, highlighted by successful metallurgical testwork and Major Project Status recognition, despite cautious spending amid weak market conditions.

Boab Metals has locked in a US$30 million prepayment facility with Trafigura for its Sorby Hills Lead-Silver-Zinc Project and received key environmental approvals, setting the stage for a final investment decision in the second half of 2025.

Lithium Energy Limited has received a US$6 million second deposit from CNGR Netherlands, marking a key milestone in the US$63 million sale of its Solaroz Lithium Brine Project. Shareholder approval has made the amended sale agreement unconditional, setting the stage for phased completion in 2025 and 2026.

Korvest Ltd reported a 1.1% decline in revenue and a sharp 28.5% drop in net profit for the half-year ending December 2024, impacted by operational disruptions and competitive pressures. Despite these challenges, the company anticipates a robust rebound in project activity in the second half of FY25.

Litchfield Minerals Limited reports significant progress in Northern Territory exploration, including strategic acquisitions and advanced geophysical surveys, while managing weather-related delays to drilling schedules.

Andromeda Metals has secured a $2.34 million R&D tax refund for the 2024 financial year, reinforcing its funding strategy and underpinning development of the Great White Project.