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Small-cap materials shares produced some of the market’s biggest moves, led by a dramatic rise in Accent Resources and strong gains in gold and critical metals explorers.
Investors also weighed new project funding, drilling results, acquisitions and several steep falls after opening price gaps.

AGL Energy reported a 575% surge in statutory profit to $756 million for FY26, driven by strategic divestments and improved asset flexibility, while declaring a fully franked 50 cents dividend and progressing its energy transition with 12 GW of renewable capacity targeted by 2035.

AGL Energy tightens its FY26 earnings outlook, buoyed by strong operational performance and strategic investments in batteries and gas peaking assets amid rising electricity demand driven by data centres and electrification.

Critical minerals stole the spotlight as big project numbers, new processing results and fresh funding pushed several small caps sharply higher. A few capital raisings and legal headlines also hit hard, especially where early gains couldn’t hold.

A courtroom claim, a big feasibility study and a Greenland setback drove the week’s biggest share moves. Investors paid up for clearer funding and permits, but sold hard when project timelines looked shaky.

AGL Energy has committed to a $490 million gas power project in Western Australia, aiming to enhance energy reliability and support renewable integration from late 2027.

The week was split between big earnings reactions and small-cap rocks-and-rigs rallies. Pro Medicus sank despite record numbers, while a handful of explorers jumped on fresh discoveries and policy wins.

Explorers led the Materials tape as fresh drill stories and new ground deals pulled buyers into small caps. Big miners still delivered, but the loudest moves came from companies offering investors a near-term catalyst.

AGL Energy reported a steady half-year performance with flat EBITDA and a slight dip in net profit, underpinned by improved operational metrics and strategic moves including a major telco divestment and renewable investments.

AGL Energy reported a steady first half with flat underlying EBITDA and a narrowed FY26 earnings outlook, while accelerating its renewable projects and forming a strategic partnership with Aussie Broadband.

AGL Energy Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.24 per share for the six months ending December 2025, payable in March 2026. This dividend reflects the company’s steady financial footing amid ongoing market challenges.

AGL Energy reported a 42% drop in statutory profit for the half-year ended December 2025, despite a modest revenue decline and growth in customer services. The company declared a higher interim dividend, underscoring confidence amid operational challenges and a strategic pivot to renewables.