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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.

Metal Bank Limited has announced its withdrawal from exploration activities in Jordan, citing geopolitical instability and financial guarantees demanded by local authorities as key reasons.

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.

Adelong Gold has bolstered its cash reserves by $750,000 through the sale of Sarama Resources shares, positioning itself to advance high-grade gold exploration at its Apollo and Lauriston projects in Victoria.

Ryder Capital has announced a 10% increase in its FY25 final dividend, underpinned by a 20% rise in total comprehensive income and a 27.5% jump in pre-tax net tangible assets. The company’s robust portfolio performance and strategic share buybacks signal confidence in sustained shareholder returns.

Adelong Gold has formally issued a Deadlock Notice to Great Divide Mining, citing fundamental disagreements over the approval of the Challenger Gold Mine’s first annual programme and budget. The dispute raises questions about the joint venture’s path forward amid conflicting claims on production targets and technical assumptions.

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.

WA1 Resources has raised A$100 million through a placement to accelerate pre-development and infrastructure work at its Luni Niobium Project, bolstering its cash reserves to A$168 million.

Siren Gold has raised $4 million through a well-supported placement to accelerate drilling and testing at its flagship Sams Creek Gold Project, alongside exploration at Langdons and Queen Charlotte.

Falcon Metals has raised A$20 million through a strongly supported placement to fund extensive diamond drilling at its Blue Moon gold prospect near Bendigo. The capital injection underscores institutional confidence in the company’s exploration strategy and high-grade gold potential.

Mount Ridley Mines has announced a capital raising of up to $830,388 through a placement and a pro-rata rights issue, aiming to fund ongoing projects and explore new mining opportunities.

Somerset Minerals (ASX – SMM) is advancing its Coppermine Project in Canada with promising maiden drill results and a $4 million placement to fund expanded exploration.