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Argent Minerals (ASX: ARD) has announced Managing Director Pedro Kastellorizos will step down in mid-June, with a leadership transition underway. The company remains focused on advancing its Kempfield Silver Project and exploration activities.

The Savana US Small Caps Active ETF (ASX:SVNP) posted a 1.28% gain in March 2026, outperforming the S&P 600 benchmark by 1.46%, supported by USD/AUD currency appreciation despite a modest portfolio decline amid geopolitical tensions.

ARC Funds Limited (ASX: ARC) has entered a conditional agreement to acquire a 25% minority equity interest in Ausbiz Group Pty Ltd by issuing over 8 million shares to Ausbiz shareholders, subject to customary conditions including shareholder approval.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has announced increased fully franked monthly dividends for Q2 2026, reflecting robust portfolio performance since its April 2025 IPO. The diversified investment strategy combining Australian equities and investment grade corporate debt has outperformed its benchmark by 6%, delivering both income growth and reduced volatility.

Pro Medicus Limited has announced an on-market buy-back program targeting up to 10% of its ordinary shares, aiming to return capital to shareholders without requiring approval.

Centuria Office REIT has successfully refinanced $1 billion of debt, reducing margins by around 30 basis points and extending debt maturity to 4.3 years, with no expiries until FY29. This move signals strong lender confidence amid a volatile interest rate environment.

Astron Limited has completed a Bankable Feasibility Study for Phase 1 of its Donald Rare Earth and Mineral Sands Project, confirming robust economics and advanced financing talks ahead of a targeted Q2 2026 Final Investment Decision.

Sims Group’s North American Metal division reports a successful operational turnaround, strengthened leadership, and strategic acquisitions that position it well for growth despite geopolitical headwinds.

Yandal Resources has launched a major 2026 exploration program across its Ironstone Well-Barwidgee Gold Project, aiming to expand recent discoveries and unlock new gold deposits in Western Australia’s prolific Yandal Greenstone Belt.

Sequoia Financial Group faces a pivotal shift as HUB24 stops accepting new business from its InterPrac Financial Planning advisers, prompting a strategic transition for the company’s adviser network.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) is set to initiate an on-market buy-back of up to 10% of its units starting April 2026, aiming to address perceived undervaluation and align with sector peers.

Litchfield Minerals appoints seasoned geologist Matt McGloin to strengthen its Northern Territory exploration efforts while progressing drilling at Oonagalabi amid operational delays caused by heavy rains.