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Ridley Corporation has successfully raised approximately $99 million through an institutional placement and entitlement offer to partly fund its $300 million acquisition of Dyno Nobel’s fertiliser distribution business. The capital raising received strong support from institutional investors, setting the stage for a retail entitlement offer later this month.

Lindsay Australia has announced the acquisition of Tasmania’s leading refrigerated logistics provider, SRT Logistics, for $108.2 million, marking a strategic expansion into the Tasmanian and Trans Bass Strait markets. The deal is expected to boost Lindsay’s FY25 earnings per share by approximately 15%.

Universal Biosensors reports a 6% sales increase in Q1 2025, driven by strong growth in wine and veterinary biosensors, while preparing to launch its innovative water testing product later this year.

Ridley Corporation is set to acquire Dyno Nobel’s fertiliser distribution arm for A$300 million, marking a strategic expansion into fertiliser services backed by a $125 million equity raise. The deal is expected to significantly enhance Ridley’s earnings and market footprint by FY26.

Ridley Corporation announces a $300 million acquisition of Incitec Pivot Fertilisers Distribution, aiming to boost earnings and diversify its agricultural services portfolio. The deal includes a $125 million equity raise and strategic supply agreements.

Ridley Corporation has agreed to acquire Dyno Nobel’s fertiliser distribution arm for A$300 million, backed by a $125 million equity raise. This move positions Ridley as a leading diversified agricultural services provider with a new growth pillar.

Black Dragon Gold Corp. reported a Q1 2025 net loss of CAD 377,262 while advancing its Salave Gold Project in Spain, navigating permitting challenges and legal disputes over land re-zoning. The company also progressed exploration and asset sales in Australia, maintaining a cautious outlook on financing.

Wide Open Agriculture secures $2.6 million via placement and plans a $500,000 Share Purchase Plan to fast-track its expansion into China and boost global sales of its lupin protein products.

Macquarie Bank Limited reported an 18% rise in net profit for FY2025, driven by growth in its retail banking segment despite margin pressures, while its commodities business faced subdued markets. The bank maintained strong capital ratios and advanced its risk and technology frameworks amid regulatory scrutiny.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% rise in full-year net profit to A$3.715 billion for FY25, driven by growth across its diversified businesses and a solid capital position. The group’s assets under management reached A$941 billion, supported by strong home loan and deposit growth.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited is progressing its development of two novel insecticidal compounds, Qcide and Flavocide, targeting major global markets with strong commercial validation and significant US Department of Defense funding.

ABx Group has discovered a new rare earth element province 52 km east of its Deep Leads resource in northern Tasmania, revealing exceptionally high grades of terbium and dysprosium critical for advanced technologies. This discovery aligns with shifting global supply dynamics amid US incentives and Chinese export restrictions.