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Sequoia Financial Group reports robust FY25 growth with improved margins and a fully franked dividend, while navigating regulatory scrutiny and governance reforms.

VDM Group remains suspended from ASX trading amid a legal dispute over its Angolan joint ventures, while pivoting towards new critical minerals opportunities in Australia.

Elanor Commercial Property Fund has received an unsolicited off-market takeover offer from the Lederer Group, prompting the formation of an Independent Board Committee to evaluate the proposal and advise securityholders.

Domain Holdings Australia’s acquisition by CoStar Group has been approved by the Supreme Court of NSW, triggering a trading suspension on ASX and setting key payment dates for shareholders.

Papyrus Australia appoints Daniel Schmidt as CEO to lead its transition from R&D to commercial operations, alongside a strategic restructure to support growth.

Finexia Financial Group has resumed trading following announcements of a significant business disposal and new executive appointments, signaling a pivotal restructuring phase.

Finexia Financial Group announces a strategic leadership reshuffle with the return of Neil Sheather as CEO and Managing Director, the appointment of Robert Spano as Executive Chairman, and a new CEO for its childcare subsidiary, Shared Beginnings.

Key Petroleum Limited has appointed Yan Zhao as Managing Director, bringing over two decades of mining and exploration expertise to the helm. The move signals potential strategic shifts amid a modest remuneration package.

Nanoveu Limited has completed the final tranche of its $3.02 million capital raising, with Chairman Dr David Pevcic investing $400,000 following shareholder approval. This funding round bolsters Nanoveu’s push in advanced semiconductor and 3D visualization technologies.

IDT Australia announces the immediate resignation of CEO Paul McDonald, appointing Executive Chair Mark Simari to lead as the company reports a 40.6% revenue increase but a widening net loss for FY25.

WT Financial Group reports robust FY2025 growth driven by a scalable adviser network and a strategic joint venture with Merchant Wealth Partners, positioning itself for further consolidation in Australia’s financial advice sector.

Trigg Minerals has acquired 100% of the Tennessee Mountain Tungsten Project in Nevada, marking a strategic expansion into critical minerals with a historically significant tungsten resource. The move aligns with rising tungsten demand and the company's goal to become a key supplier of defence metals.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals reports a 16% rise in Q2 2025 royalties driven by Acadia’s DAYBUE sales growth and expanding patient base in the US. Full-year sales guidance remains strong with European market entry on the horizon.

360 Capital Mortgage REIT (TCF) reported a robust FY25 with a 21.5% total unitholder return and significant capital raising activity that doubled its market capitalization.

Dundee Precious Metals has secured the Bosnian Competition Council's approval, clearing a major regulatory hurdle in its planned acquisition of Adriatic Metals. The deal now moves closer to completion pending shareholder and court approvals.

Liontown Resources launches a fully underwritten A$266 million placement, anchored by a A$50 million cornerstone investment from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation, to bolster its balance sheet and support growth at Kathleen Valley.

Silex Systems Limited has announced a $145 million equity raise to fund the commercialisation of its SILEX laser uranium enrichment technology through its US joint venture, Global Laser Enrichment. The capital will support critical technology milestones and expansion into new isotope markets amid a global nuclear fuel renaissance.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd (ETM) has won the bid for the Penouta mine in Spain, the EU’s sole tin-tantalum-niobium producer, raising A$10 million to support the acquisition and development amid regulatory hurdles.

Light & Wonder reported solid Q2 earnings growth and margin expansion despite slight revenue dip, completed Grover acquisition ahead of schedule, and announced plans to delist from Nasdaq for a sole ASX listing by November 2025.

ASX has revealed it expects to incur an additional $25 million to $35 million in operating expenses in FY26 due to the ongoing ASIC compliance inquiry. Despite this, the company remains committed to its five-year strategy focused on technology and risk management.

WT Financial Group and its joint venture Investco have incorporated two new 'Hubcos' to consolidate advisory firms and pursue strategic acquisitions, marking a significant expansion in their financial advice platform.

SRJ Technologies clarifies its financial position and strategic rationale behind a recent capital raise and acquisition of a UAE entity, addressing ASX concerns over its viability and voluntary suspension.

Green Technology Metals (GT1) and EcoPro Innovation have successfully produced battery-grade lithium hydroxide monohydrate from spodumene concentrate sourced from GT1’s Seymour project in Ontario, confirming high lithium recovery and low impurities.

xReality Group has secured a $2.1 million grant from the Australian Government to fast-track AI enhancements in its Operator XR tactical training platform, aiming to solidify its leadership in law enforcement and defense training worldwide.