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Maximus Resources Limited has issued a Target's Statement recommending shareholders accept Astral Resources NL's off-market takeover bid, which offers a significant premium and improved liquidity. The offer, valuing Maximus shares at approximately $0.073 each, aims to consolidate gold assets in Western Australia under Astral's larger portfolio.

Althea Group Holdings has raised $4 million through a share and loan note placement to boost its THC beverage production and infrastructure across North America, targeting rapid growth in the U.S. and Canada.

FBR Limited’s exclusive joint venture option with CRH Ventures for its Wall as a Service® offering in the US has expired without exercise, freeing the company to pursue independent financing and partnerships across key American markets.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank's half-year results for 1H25 reveal a modest decline in cash earnings due to inflationary pressures and increased investment spend, balanced by robust customer growth and digital innovation.

Freightways Group Limited reported solid HY25 results with a 6.7% revenue increase and 9.5% rise in net profit despite ongoing economic headwinds in New Zealand. The company’s strategic investments in automation and market share gains underpin its cautious optimism for FY25.

Artrya Limited has launched a A$15 million capital raising to fund the development and commercial rollout of its Salix AI-powered coronary artery disease diagnostic platform, targeting the lucrative US healthcare market.

Abacus Storage King reported a modest 1.1% increase in statutory profit for HY25, underpinned by resilient operating metrics and a robust balance sheet. The company’s multi-pronged growth strategy, including acquisitions and a substantial development pipeline, supports a confident outlook with reaffirmed distribution guidance.

Domain Holdings Australia Limited reported a robust 7% revenue increase in its FY25 half-year results, driven by strong audience growth and strategic technology investments. The company declared a steady fully franked dividend, underscoring confidence amid ongoing marketplace transformation.

Temple & Webster reported a record half-year revenue of $314 million for H1 FY25, up 24% year-on-year, driven by strong customer growth and improved margins. The company remains on track to exceed $1 billion in annual revenue within the next few years.

Suncorp Group has reported a robust $1.1 billion net profit for 1H25, buoyed by a benign natural hazard season and the sale of its banking arm. The insurer is set to return $4.1 billion to shareholders, marking a significant milestone in its strategic simplification.

NoviqTech partners with H2i Group to tokenise emissions reductions from hydrogen-enhanced diesel engines, aiming to revolutionise carbon credit markets with real-time blockchain tracking.

IMDEX reported a 10% revenue decline in 1H25 amid subdued global exploration activity but delivered a robust 28% increase in EBITDA, maintaining a strong 30% margin and positioning itself for growth.