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Almonty Industries reported a challenging Q2 2025 with a significant non-cash loss but strengthened its position through a Nasdaq listing, a major U.S. defense offtake agreement, and progress at its flagship Sangdong mine.

Almonty Industries reported significant losses in Q2 2025 as it advances the Sangdong tungsten mine in South Korea and completes a US$90 million Nasdaq IPO to fund growth projects.

MC Mining has officially begun open pit mining at its flagship Makhado hard coking coal project in South Africa, advancing steadily towards full production by year-end 2025.

MIXI Australia has increased its all-cash takeover offer for PointsBet shares to $1.25 and removed all remaining conditions, making the bid unconditional. The offer closes on 25 August 2025, with MIXI holding nearly 29% of PointsBet and aiming for board influence.

Lowell Resources Fund (ASX, LRT) reported a stellar FY2025 with net assets soaring 72.5% to $72.3 million and profits jumping over 1400%, driven by strong gold and precious metals exposure.

Gold Road Resources Limited has agreed to be acquired by Gruyere Holdings Pty Ltd, owned by Gold Fields Limited, in a scheme of arrangement offering $3.29 per share in cash consideration. The Gold Road Board unanimously recommends shareholders vote in favor of the Scheme, subject to no superior proposal emerging.

WAM Global Limited outperformed the MSCI World Index in FY2025 with a 19.4% portfolio gain, enabling a higher fully franked dividend of 17 cents per share. The company’s strong results reflect strategic investments in undervalued global growth stocks amid volatile markets.

WAM Leaders Limited reported a strong $63.8 million net profit for FY2025 and declared a fully franked final dividend of 4.7 cents per share, despite its investment portfolio underperforming the benchmark index.

The Takeovers Panel has accepted an undertaking from betr Entertainment, addressing key disclosure and structural concerns in its takeover bid for PointsBet, while declining to declare unacceptable circumstances.

WAM Global Limited reported a robust 39.8% increase in net profit for FY2025, driven by a 19.4% growth in its investment portfolio and declared a fully franked full year dividend of 17 cents per share. The company’s diversified global holdings and disciplined investment approach underpin its strong shareholder returns.

Wellnex Life announces the resignation of joint CEO George Karafotias, with Zack Bozinovski stepping up as sole CEO. The company plans to repay a $705,000 director loan within 90 days.

Ryder Capital Limited has delivered a robust financial performance for the year ended 30 June 2025, reporting $17 million in net tangible assets and maintaining a fully franked dividend policy. The company’s audited results highlight strong governance and transparent related party transactions amid a complex valuation environment.

Mirvac Group reported a solid FY25 with $736 million EBIT and expanded its Build-to-Rent portfolio, while guiding for EPS growth in FY26 amid a supportive market backdrop.

Magellan Asset Management is set to overhaul its High Conviction Trust Active ETF by adopting the Global Opportunities Strategy, cutting fees and appointing a new portfolio manager.

Somerset Minerals has raised $4 million to fund an aggressive Phase Two exploration campaign at its Coppermine copper project in Nunavut, aiming to build on strong initial drilling results and unlock multiple new discoveries across a vast landholding.

Alice Queen Limited has formally lodged a 15-year mining lease application for its Horn Island Gold Project, marking a significant step forward in its decade-long exploration journey and attracting strong partnership interest.

Kincora Copper Limited advances its project generator model with six asset-level partnerships unlocking over A$110 million in funding, supported by a C$4 million private placement led by prominent North American investors. The company ramps up drilling and exploration activities, particularly at its 100% owned Condobolin project.

Patriot Battery Metals has reported a significant mineral resource upgrade at its Shaakichiuwaanaan Property, reaffirming its position as a leading lithium and caesium explorer. The company also progressed its lithium-only feasibility study and environmental assessments while maintaining a strong financial position.

Sarama Resources has secured A$2.7 million to advance exploration at its Cosmo and Mt Venn gold projects in Western Australia, while arbitration over its lost Burkina Faso permit progresses.

Adriatic Metals shareholders have overwhelmingly approved Dundee Precious Metals’ recommended acquisition scheme, clearing a major hurdle toward completion. Key regulatory approvals are in place, with the final court sanction hearing scheduled for late August.

Amcor has completed its transformative acquisition of Berry Global, reporting a 43% jump in quarterly net sales and projecting strong earnings growth for fiscal 2026. The company’s strategic portfolio review and synergy realisation efforts underpin an optimistic outlook.

Baby Bunting delivered a standout FY25 with pro forma NPAT soaring 228% to $12.1 million, driven by record sales and a successful store refurbishment program. The retailer’s growth strategy is gaining momentum as it plans an aggressive rollout of its ‘Store of the Future’ concept.

Laramide Resources has made significant progress in advancing its uranium projects across the US, Australia, and Kazakhstan, highlighted by key permitting milestones under the US FAST-41 framework and a successful $12 million private placement to fund development.

Baby Bunting Group Limited reported a remarkable 462% increase in statutory net profit after tax for FY2025, driven by strong sales growth and strategic store refurbishments. The company also advanced its sustainability initiatives and expanded its digital and retail media businesses.