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Fortescue Ltd has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.60 per share for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, with a dividend reinvestment plan available to shareholders.

Vulcan Steel Limited reported a 10.9% revenue decline in FY25 alongside a 24.1% drop in adjusted EBITDA, while announcing a fully underwritten NZ$96 million equity raise to fund the acquisition of Roofing Industries Limited. The deal marks Vulcan’s strategic entry into the New Zealand steel roofing and cladding market with expected earnings accretion and no change to its dividend policy.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd has successfully raised $8 million through a heavily oversubscribed Share Purchase Plan, closing early due to strong shareholder demand. The funds will support the company’s critical minerals development strategy in Europe.

Livium Ltd reports a significant A$6.6 million uplift in net assets driven by a reduction in fire claim provisions, recognition of a deferred tax asset, and equity accounting of its LieNA® joint venture with Mineral Resources.

Alcoa Corporation has confirmed its quarterly dividend payment with new details on currency options and U.S. tax withholding requirements, impacting how investors receive their returns.

5E Advanced Materials has priced an $8.31 million public offering to fund its boron facility operations and development projects, reinforcing its position in specialty materials for clean energy and security.

NOVONIX Limited reports progress scaling its Chattanooga synthetic graphite plant, secures major funding, and benefits from U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports, while narrowing its half-year loss.

Trading in New World Resources Limited shares has been suspended following compulsory acquisition notices issued by Kinterra Capital, signaling a major ownership shift.

Capral Limited reported half-year earnings in line with expectations despite a 7% decline in volume, buoyed by higher aluminium prices and disciplined cost management. The company anticipates a residential market rebound in the second half of 2025 amid ongoing industrial softness.

Capral Limited reported a solid first half of 2025 with revenue growth despite volume declines, underpinned by higher aluminium prices and a robust balance sheet. The company is advancing its footprint through acquisition and share buy-back initiatives amid cautious market conditions.

Astron Corporation has completed its redomicile from Hong Kong to Australia, launching Astron Limited (Aus NewCo) as the new ASX-listed parent company with a 2-for-1 share consolidation.

Centaurus Metals Limited has updated the timetable for its $3 million Share Purchase Plan, offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand shares at $0.36 each with free-attaching options exercisable at $0.50.