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EOS has landed a landmark €71.4 million export contract for its 100kW High Energy Laser Weapon system, marking a significant advance in counter-drone defense technology amid escalating global drone warfare threats.

Toys"R"Us ANZ has formalised a Deed of Company Arrangement, paving the way for Directed Electronics Australia to acquire the company and trigger its delisting from the ASX.

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved CoStar Group’s acquisition of Domain Holdings Australia, setting the stage for a significant ownership change and a special dividend payout to shareholders.

Articore Group has appointed CEO Vivek Kumar as Managing Director, underscoring the board’s confidence following a record-breaking quarter and strategic turnaround efforts.

FirstWave’s Q4 FY25 update reveals a slight revenue decline but highlights a strategic AWS partnership and new chairman appointment, signaling a pivotal growth phase.

Lindian Resources has locked in a US$20 million funding deal and a 15-year offtake agreement with Iluka Resources, underpinning the development of its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project and aligning with Australia’s Eneabba refinery ambitions.

Lindian Resources has locked in a US$20 million funding facility and a 15-year offtake agreement with Iluka Resources, cementing a strategic partnership that advances the Kangankunde Rare Earths Project and links supply to Australia’s Eneabba refinery.

ABx Group has sent a 100 kg bulk sample from its Deep Leads rare earths project to ANSTO for production of a high-purity mixed rare earth carbonate, confirming exceptional grades and extraction potential. The milestone underscores ABx’s progress toward low-cost, environmentally friendly rare earth supply.

RareX Limited reports exceptional high-grade gallium intercepts at its Cummins Range deposit, reinforcing its position as a leading Australian source amid a tightening global market. The company is advancing processing strategies to capitalise on gallium’s rising strategic importance.

Infomedia Limited has struck a deal with TPG Capital Asia to be acquired at $1.72 per share, offering shareholders a 41% premium over recent trading prices. The scheme includes fully franked dividends, potentially raising the effective value to $1.74 per share for eligible investors.

Corazon Mining has secured a transformative deal to acquire the Two Pools Gold Project in Western Australia, backed by a A$2 million capital raise and the appointment of Simon Coyle as Managing Director.

Enova Mining is set to begin maiden diamond drilling at its East Salinas Project in Brazil, targeting promising high-grade rare earth element mineralisation. The campaign aims to test depth continuity along a 4km strike with results expected to shape the project's future.

Centuria Industrial REIT (ASX, CIP) reported solid FY25 financial results with robust occupancy and earnings growth, setting the stage for higher distributions and continued development in FY26.

West African Resources Limited has unveiled an updated 10-year gold production plan, projecting a peak output of 569,000 ounces in 2029 supported by 12.2 million ounces in Mineral Resources and 6.5 million ounces in Ore Reserves.

Alkane Resources has completed its merger with Mandalay Resources, creating a dual-listed gold and antimony producer with a robust growth pipeline and a strong cash position.

Strickland Metals reports a significant new gold and base metals discovery at its Kotlovi Prospect near the Medenovac deposit, highlighting strong growth potential at the Rogozna Project in Serbia.

News Corporation reported a robust fiscal 2025 with revenues climbing 2% to $8.45 billion and net income from continuing operations surging 71%. The company also announced a new $1 billion accelerated stock repurchase program, underscoring confidence in its financial strength.

Iluka Resources has secured a long-term supply of rare earth concentrate from Lindian Resources’ Kangankunde mine, underpinning its Eneabba refinery’s capacity and advancing Australia’s rare earth ambitions.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT reports a $118.3 million statutory profit for FY25, reversing last year's heavy loss, while maintaining stable distributions and actively managing debt facilities.

BWP Group reported a strong $265.6 million net profit for FY2025, driven by property valuation gains and rental growth, while completing a major internalisation and lease reset transaction with Wesfarmers.

Adisyn Ltd has initiated a pivotal phase in its graphene interconnect technology development, commissioning a state-of-the-art Atomic Layer Deposition system and collaborating globally to tackle semiconductor bottlenecks.

REA Group Ltd reported a robust FY25 with 15% revenue growth to $1.673 billion and a 23% rise in net profit, driven by strong Australian market performance and strategic AI investments. The company also advanced its India operations, focusing on Housing.com amid PropTiger divestment plans.

REA Group has reported a robust FY25 with strong revenue and profit growth, underpinned by solid Australian market performance and strategic moves in India. The company also announced a leadership transition amid optimistic FY26 guidance.

REA Group Ltd has reported robust FY25 results with a 15% increase in revenue and a 23% rise in core net profit, alongside a 31% lift in dividends. The company also announced the retirement of CEO Owen Wilson after a decade at the helm.