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Talga Group’s application for a major Swedish government grant was declined due to budget constraints, yet the company remains on track with alternative financing to scale its graphite anode production.

PLS Group has acquired Calix’s stake in their joint lithium processing venture, gaining full ownership and operational control while securing a royalty-free licence for Calix’s calciner technology.

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.

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.

SGH Ltd and Steel Dynamics have jointly submitted a best and final offer of A$32.35 per share to acquire BlueScope Steel, valuing the company at A$15 billion and representing a significant premium over recent trading prices.

BHP Group Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of USD 0.73 per share for the half-year ending December 2025, with multiple currency payment options and a Dividend Reinvestment Plan available.

29Metals has successfully completed the retail portion of its entitlement offer, raising $31 million and finalising a $150 million capital injection to support its growth ambitions.

Sims Limited reported a 3.7% rise in half-year sales revenue to A$3.78 billion, propelled by strong non-ferrous prices and robust growth in its Lifecycle Services division. Underlying EBIT soared 65.9%, reflecting strategic acquisitions and operational efficiencies despite challenging ferrous markets.

Sims Limited reported a robust fiscal 2026 half-year underlying profit, boosted by strong performances in its Lifecycle Services and North American metal operations. Despite statutory losses from derivative impacts, the company declared a healthy interim dividend and outlined strategic investments for future growth.

Deterra Royalties Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.124 per share for the half-year ending December 2025, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan offering shareholders a no-discount option to reinvest.

Pacific Lime and Cement has locked in a long-term quicklime supply deal with Newmont, anchoring Papua New Guinea’s first domestic quicklime manufacturing project and advancing local industry development.

BlueScope Steel reported a robust first half of FY2026 with underlying EBIT soaring 81% to $557.5 million and announced a $3.00 per share shareholder return plan, while decisively rejecting a $30 per share takeover proposal.