♟️ Thursday 18 September 2025 Thu, 18 Sept 2025

The Fair Competition Commission of Tanzania has approved Shenghe Resources’ acquisition of Peak Rare Earths, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the deal. The scheme now awaits Australian court approval and independent expert endorsement.

ASIC has imposed an interim stop order on the La Trobe Australian Credit Fund’s 12 Month Term Account due to alleged deficiencies in its Target Market Determination, pausing new investments while issues are addressed.

Red Hill Minerals reports a profitable FY25 with robust royalty income from the Onslow Iron Project, declaring a fully franked final dividend of 6.5 cents per share.

Leo Lithium has announced a significant $330 million return to shareholders in 2025, following the termination of its asset acquisition strategy and a decision to monetise remaining assets.

McLaren Minerals advances its McLaren titanium project with 95% engineering complete and a strong market report confirming demand for its high-quality sulfate ilmenite amid a looming titanium dioxide supply deficit.

Andromeda Metals' latest Scoping Study reveals a compelling economic case for its innovative High Purity Alumina (HPA) production technology, highlighting strong returns and a significant carbon emissions advantage. The project aims to meet soaring global demand with a 10,000 tonne per annum facility in South Australia.

Midas Minerals has raised $11.5 million through a strongly supported placement to fund its acquisition and exploration efforts at the Otavi Copper Project in Namibia.

Auravelle Resources reports standout high-grade gold results from its South Australian projects and outlines a robust exploration agenda targeting major gold deposits nearby.

Pathkey.AI has upgraded its TrialKey platform to include drug-level molecular and pharmacokinetic features, enhancing clinical trial predictions and opening doors to AI-driven drug discovery.

Mont Royal Resources Ltd (ASX – MRZ) has lodged a prospectus to raise between A$8 million and A$10 million through a share offer priced at A$0.20 each, coinciding with a proposed merger with Commerce Resources Corp (TSXV – CCE). The combined entity aims to become a leading Quebec-focused critical minerals developer.

EQ Resources Limited has appointed industry veteran Craig Bradshaw as Managing Director, marking a strategic leadership transition to drive growth in global tungsten mining.

Imricor Medical Systems has successfully completed a comprehensive Human Factors study for all its devices under FDA review, marking a critical milestone towards U.S. market entry. The extensive 7-month study involved 46 healthcare professionals and tested nine products, underscoring Imricor’s growing momentum in electrophysiology innovation.

Dundee Precious Metals Inc. has completed its acquisition of Adriatic Metals Plc through a UK scheme of arrangement, gaining control of the Vareš Silver Operation. The deal, valued at approximately USD 1.3 billion, offers Adriatic shareholders a mix of cash and new DPM shares, underpinned by a detailed technical valuation.

Smartpay Holdings Limited shareholders are set to vote on a proposed NZ$1.20 per share cash acquisition by Shift4 Holdings Limited, with the Board unanimously recommending the deal. The scheme offers a significant premium amid regulatory and competitive challenges.