Latest Asx Market News

Macmahon Holdings has reported a robust first half of FY26, delivering double-digit growth in revenue and earnings alongside a significant dividend increase and reaffirmed full-year guidance.

ResMed Inc has updated the foreign exchange rate for its upcoming dividend payment to Australian CDI holders, impacting the Australian dollar amount payable per share. The dividend remains unfranked and subject to US withholding tax, with a reduced rate available under the US-Australia tax treaty.

WIN Metals Ltd has launched a prospectus offering up to 78.57 million free attaching options to recent placement participants and its Executive Chairman, aiming to remove trading restrictions and enable market liquidity. The offer follows a $5.5 million capital raise and comes amid ongoing litigation risks.

PYC Therapeutics has launched a A$653 million capital raising to fund the clinical advancement of four RNA-based drug candidates targeting genetic diseases with significant unmet needs. The raise extends the company’s cash runway to 2030, supporting key clinical milestones and a transition to commercialisation.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited has released updated estimated distribution amounts for over 30 ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA Market for the period ending 31 December 2025, alongside key dates for investors to note.

Opthea Limited has announced a strategic pivot to develop OPT-302 for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM), a rare lung disease affecting women, aiming for ASX reinstatement in 2026. The company leverages strong intellectual property and cash reserves to pursue orphan drug designation and clinical development.

Magellan Asset Management has launched the Magellan Infrastructure Fund (Currency Hedged), an actively managed ETF trading on the ASX under ticker MICH, targeting global listed infrastructure with currency hedging and ESG integration.

Antares Metals Ltd has been reinstated to ASX trading following its announcement of a proposed acquisition and capital raising, signaling a pivotal moment for the base metals miner.

Straker Limited has significantly narrowed its interim loss despite a 15% revenue decline, driven by cost efficiencies and the absence of prior non-cash charges. The company also renewed a strategic $28 million partnership with IBM, reinforcing its AI language technology ambitions.

TPG Telecom has launched a $138 million Retail Reinvestment Plan, allowing eligible shareholders to reinvest proceeds from a $3 billion capital return. This initiative complements a $300 million institutional plan, aiming to reduce debt and enhance shareholder value.

London City Equities and Excelsior Capital have settled their legal dispute, with Excelsior agreeing to a company-managed liquidation and delisting from the ASX by June 2026. This resolution avoids costly litigation and refocuses London City on its investment strategy.

Megaport Limited has launched a Share Purchase Plan (SPP) targeting up to A$20 million, following a successful A$200 million institutional placement. Eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand can acquire shares at a discount, supporting the company’s recent acquisition and expansion plans.