♟️ Tuesday 27 May 2025 Tue, 27 May 2025

Xanadu Mines Limited has received a conditional off-market takeover offer from Bastion Mining Pte Ltd at A$0.08 per share, representing a significant premium. The company’s independent Takeover Committee unanimously recommends acceptance, supported by an independent expert’s fair and reasonable valuation.

MAC Copper Limited has entered a binding agreement for acquisition by Harmony Gold, offering shareholders a compelling 32% premium and signalling a major consolidation in the copper mining sector.

Bastion Mining has tabled a recommended $0.08 per share cash offer for Xanadu Mines, representing a significant premium and backed unanimously by Xanadu's independent directors and largest shareholder.

4DMedical has submitted its CT:VQ lung imaging technology for FDA clearance, aiming to disrupt the $1 billion US nuclear lung scan market with a non-nuclear, lower-cost alternative. Clinical studies show CT:VQ matches or exceeds existing nuclear imaging in accuracy and patient experience.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals posted record 2024 financials driven by DAYBUE royalties and advanced NNZ-2591 into Phase 3 trials, while launching a $50 million share buy-back amid volatile market sentiment.

TerraCom Limited has reached a significant settlement with ASIC to resolve whistleblower-related civil proceedings, agreeing to pay $8.5 million pending Federal Court approval.

Viridis Mining and Minerals, through its joint venture Viridion, has delivered the first batch of high-purity rare earth oxides recycled from Brazilian magnets to Latin America’s only magnet manufacturer, marking a key step in establishing a domestic rare earth supply chain.

Ionic Rare Earths, through its Viridion joint venture, has delivered the first recycled rare earth oxides to Brazil’s CIT SENAI ITR, marking a key step toward a domestic magnet supply chain in South America.

Coolabah Metals Limited is set to transform into a producing miner with its $15-20 million capital raise, conditional on acquiring Broken Hill Mines Pty Ltd and resuming ASX trading.

Propel Funeral Partners has released its FY25 financial guidance projecting steady revenue growth despite temporary industry volume contraction, alongside announcing the upcoming retirement of its Managing Director and Co-Founder.

ALS Limited delivered a robust FY25 performance with 16% revenue growth to $3 billion and underlying EBIT rising 4.7% to $515 million, driven by strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The company is advancing its Nuvisan integration ahead of schedule and has unveiled a $230 million investment plan to expand key laboratories, positioning itself for sustained growth amid market uncertainties.

ALS Limited reported a robust FY25 with $3 billion revenue driven by Life Sciences growth and resilient Commodities, announcing a $350 million equity raise to fund strategic expansion.

ALS Limited reported a 16% revenue increase to nearly $3 billion in FY2025, driven by acquisitions and organic growth, while underlying net profit after tax dipped slightly. The company announced a $350 million equity raise to fund expansion and sustainability initiatives.

Metro Performance Glass reported a net loss for FY25 amid market softness but outlines a clear recovery plan with leadership changes and an equity raise to strengthen its position.