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InFocus Group Holdings addresses ASX concerns over a former director's non-disclosure of trading activity and provides detailed due diligence on key contract counterparties.

Pacific Smiles Group Limited reported a sharp 75.5% drop in statutory profit for FY 2025 due to one-off takeover expenses, yet underlying profit surged 38.6% on solid revenue growth and operational improvements.

Anatara Lifesciences reported a 35% rise in net loss to $1.95 million for FY25, following pivotal Phase II trial results for its GaRP product that missed the primary efficacy endpoint but showed promising secondary benefits. The company is advancing commercialisation efforts and launching a new anti-obesity project amid tightened cash reserves.

EcoGraf Limited reveals a major breakthrough in its HFfree® graphite purification technology, cutting operating costs by 25% and projecting a US$282 million NPV for its initial 25,000 tonnes per annum facility. This positions the company as a competitive, eco-friendly supplier amid rising global demand and geopolitical shifts in battery materials.

Orezone Gold Corporation has successfully completed its initial public offering on the ASX, raising A$75 million to fund expansion at its Bomboré Mine. The company's CHESS Depository Interests started trading under the ticker 'ORE' on August 8, 2025.

Dundee Precious Metals has confirmed the court sanction hearing date for its recommended acquisition of Adriatic Metals, with key shareholder meetings scheduled and a flexible cash-share mix option offered to shareholders.

Talga Group has launched Talnode-R, a recycled graphite anode product derived from lithium-ion battery waste, aiming to transform battery supply chains with sustainable, modular production.

Benz Mining Corp. has raised A$30 million through a bought deal placement, enabling a significant ramp-up in drilling at its Glenburgh Gold Project in Western Australia. The company plans to deploy four rigs to explore both bulk tonnage and high-grade gold targets.

Petratherm Limited advances its Rosewood Titanium Project with the appointment of a seasoned project development head and an increased stake in a key joint venture, alongside promising metallurgical test results.

Yowie Group Limited has been sanctioned by ASIC for failing to lodge key financial reports, forcing the confectionery company to issue a full prospectus for capital raising until mid-2026. This regulatory setback follows a turbulent period marked by board changes and trading suspensions.

Paterson Resources has raised A$2 million through a discounted placement and entitlement offer, fully funding an 8,500m drilling program and key project studies at its Grace Project.

Critica Limited has confirmed that its Jupiter Project in Western Australia hosts the country’s largest and highest-grade magnet rare earth clay-hosted resource, with 640 million tonnes at 490 ppm MREO. This milestone underscores Jupiter’s strategic potential in supplying critical rare earths essential for clean energy technologies.

Bravura Solutions posted solid FY25 financial results with revenue growth, improved profitability, and a special dividend following a key licence sale. The company signals steady performance ahead despite ongoing CEO transition.

Bravura Solutions Limited reported a robust FY25 with revenue growth of 3.1% and a 177% increase in underlying net profit, driven by operational efficiencies and a one-off software licence sale. The company announced a special dividend and continues its leadership transition with an interim CEO in place.

Elanor Investors Group has firmly rejected an unsolicited takeover offer from Lederer Group for its Commercial Property Fund, while progressing a strategic $125 million investment with Rockworth Capital Partners and continuing asset sales to stabilise its balance sheet.

AGL Energy’s FY25 results show a strategic pivot with $900 million invested in battery projects despite a 9% EBITDA decline, setting the stage for a flexible energy future.

AGL Energy reported a statutory loss for FY25 but maintained solid underlying profits, while setting ambitious growth and sustainability targets for FY26. The company’s evolving strategy highlights investments in battery storage and renewable capacity as it adapts to market challenges.

Evolution Mining has delivered a landmark FY25 with record profits and cash flow, tripling its final dividend, while setting a stable production and cost outlook for FY26 amid ongoing project developments and sustainability commitments.

Evolution Mining has delivered a landmark FY25 with soaring profits, a hefty dividend boost, and strong sustainability gains, setting the stage for continued growth in FY26.

AGL Energy Limited posted a statutory loss of $98 million for FY25, while underlying profit declined 21.2% to $640 million. The company reaffirmed its commitment to a renewable energy transition with a 9.6 GW development pipeline and declared a fully franked final dividend of 25 cents per share.

Evolution Mining Limited has reported a landmark FY25 with statutory net profit soaring 119% to $926.2 million and record gold and copper output across its portfolio. Key projects like Mungari’s mill expansion and Cowal’s open pit extension are progressing ahead of schedule, underpinning a confident outlook.

EBR Systems has secured FDA approval for its pioneering leadless WiSE CRT System and obtained key Medicare reimbursement endorsements, setting the stage for its commercial rollout. The company also completed a significant capital raise to support its market expansion.

The Tanzanian Mining Commission has granted consent for Shenghe Resources to acquire all remaining shares in Peak Rare Earths, advancing a major consolidation in the rare earths sector. The deal still awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals before completion.

Peppermint Innovation Ltd has launched direct InstaPay integration, enhancing real-time digital payments and securing a key Merchant Acquisition Licence from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, positioning itself for growth in the Philippine market.