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A brutal split opened up in small caps: a few stocks surged on hard approvals and funding, while many resource names slid even after announcing big numbers. The week’s tape looked simple: investors paid for certainty and sold anything that still needs time, permits, or more cash.

A brutal sell-off in a few small caps did most of the damage this week, even as project funding and resource upgrades kept rolling in. Lithium, rare earths and tungsten news stayed constructive, but traders punished anything that looked like delays, dilution or weaker prices.

Ampol has welcomed key amendments to the Fuel Security Services Payment scheme and postponed refinery maintenance to increase domestic fuel production amid global supply disruptions.

One stock nearly doubled, another jumped more than 40%, and a finance heavyweight stayed elevated after a merger shock. In resources, the winners were mostly tied to “what was bought” or “what was funded”, while the laggards were often the ones where early optimism quickly turned into selling.

Fluorspar stole the week as OD6 ripped higher, while a fresh wave of trading halts and reopenings produced fast reversals. Rare earth processing deals, big funding packages and takeover timetables kept investors busy across small caps.

The ACCC has advanced its Phase 2 review of Ampol’s proposed acquisition of EG Australia, identifying fewer sites of competition concern but maintaining scrutiny over key metropolitan markets.

Ampol Limited’s 2025 results reveal a sharp drop in statutory profit amid lower revenue, yet a robust rise in replacement cost operating profit signals resilience beneath the surface.

Ampol Limited reports a robust fourth quarter Lytton Refiner Margin of US$15.14 per barrel, underpinning a strong preliminary FY25 earnings update with an expected EBIT of approximately $945 million.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has advanced its review of Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a more detailed Phase 2 assessment, signalling potential competition concerns. Ampol remains optimistic about completing the deal by mid-2026 despite the regulatory scrutiny.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing significant competition concerns in multiple Australian fuel markets. Ampol’s proposed divestments have so far failed to satisfy the regulator.

Ampol Limited has launched a A$500 million delayed-draw subordinated notes facility, designed to fund its proposed acquisition of EG Australia and refinance existing debt, offering long-term capital with flexible issuance options.

Ampol Limited reports solid first-half 2025 results, highlights a strengthening refinery margin, and advances its strategic acquisition of EG Australia, aiming to reshape its retail footprint and cost base.