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Argenica Therapeutics reported a 16% reduction in half-year losses to $1.19 million, buoyed by a 29% increase in other income largely from R&D tax incentives, as it advances its neuroprotective drug development.

Computershare has reported a robust first half for FY25 with management EPS up 18.7% and upgraded its full-year EPS guidance to around 135 cps, reflecting strong recurring fee growth and resilient margin income despite lower yields.

Computershare delivered a robust 1H25 performance with an 18.7% rise in management EPS and a 12.5% increase in interim dividends, prompting an upgraded FY25 earnings outlook.

The Takeovers Panel has declined to hear Global Lithium Resources’ review application concerning alleged undisclosed shareholder associations ahead of its upcoming AGM, citing procedural timing issues.

Kalgoorlie Gold Mining has confirmed that its recent Lighthorse drilling results at the Pinjin project are material and justified a trading halt before public disclosure. The company received assay data in January and finalized analysis by early February.

Elixir Energy has significantly expanded its footprint in the Taroom Trough through a farmin agreement with Santos, adding substantial contingent gas resources as Eastern Australia faces an imminent gas supply shortfall.

Structural Monitoring Systems’ subsidiary AEM has won full US Forest Service approval for its MTP136D radio, enabling deployment across all federally regulated US aerial firefighting aircraft and setting the stage for significant growth in 2025.

Ryder Capital Limited reports a robust $13.02 million total comprehensive income for 1H FY25, driving a 12.5% increase in its fully franked interim dividend to 4.5 cents per share.

Ryder Capital Limited has reported a striking 312% increase in total comprehensive income for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, alongside a 12.5% hike in its fully franked interim dividend, underscoring robust portfolio performance amid market uncertainties.

Critica Limited has announced a landmark maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for its Jupiter Project, establishing it as Australia's largest and highest-grade clay-hosted rare earth deposit with significant strategic potential.

Memphasys has completed the final patient visit in its Felix™ clinical trial, with data lock expected within two weeks and preliminary results slated for early March 2025. This milestone paves the way for CE Mark submission and imminent commercialisation in Europe.

Arizona Lithium Limited is set to deploy Koch Technology Solutions’ first commercial-scale Li-Pro DLE unit at its Prairie Project, marking a pivotal advancement in lithium extraction from oilfield brines.

China’s new export restrictions on molybdenum have shifted global supply dynamics, positioning EV Resources’ Parag copper-molybdenum project in Peru as a strategic alternative supplier to the USA and Americas. With strong drilling results confirming high-grade molybdenum by-product, EV Resources is advancing plans amid growing demand.

Stellar Resources has reported a significant new high-grade tin intersection at its Queen Hill deposit, potentially expanding the Heemskirk Tin Project’s resource base and boosting production forecasts.

VGI Partners Global Investments reported a steep $43.1 million loss for the half-year ending December 2024 but announced an increased fully franked interim dividend and expanded share buy-back program.

Amaero has completed a A$22 million institutional placement, concluding nearly A$100 million raised since 2022 and positioning itself for commercialisation in FY2026 with a robust balance sheet.

Challenger Gold has reached a key milestone in its Hualilan project, finalising mine designs and schedules that increase mineral grades by 10%, while progressing toll milling readiness and operational flexibility.

Askari Metals has announced a significant 28% upgrade to the gold resource at its 100%-owned Burracoppin Gold Project in Western Australia, now containing 82,700 ounces of gold. The company highlights strong exploration potential and ongoing investor interest amid record gold prices.

Ramsay Health Care has announced a significant $305 million impairment in its UK segment driven by challenges at Elysium, alongside a $64.5 million tax provision release linked to Ramsay Santé. The company is taking decisive steps to address operational weaknesses while its core UK hospitals show promising growth.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT reported solid half-year results for 1H FY25, underpinned by strong earnings, active portfolio management, and an upgraded distribution guidance. The REIT’s acquisition of a high-yield pathology laboratory and divestment of childcare assets highlight its strategic repositioning.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT has reported a strong turnaround with a statutory profit of $31 million for the half year ended December 31, 2024, reversing last year's loss. Despite a slight dip in operating earnings and distributions, the REIT maintains a stable financial position amid ongoing economic uncertainties.

Hot Chili Limited confirms a major copper-gold porphyry discovery at La Verde, Chile, with new drilling revealing extensive mineralisation and promising growth potential for its Costa Fuego project.

Region Group reports a robust first half of FY25 with $81.8 million net profit and an 8% growth in assets under management, underpinned by stable occupancy and strategic capital recycling.

Region Group has reported a remarkable turnaround with an $81.8 million net profit for the half year ended December 2024, reversing last year's loss while maintaining its interim distribution at 6.70 cents per security.