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IperionX reports steady ramp-up of titanium powder output at Virginia facility, successful commissioning of major powder metallurgy equipment, and progress in customer product development. The Titan DFS confirms strong project economics, while the Atlas acquisition broadens critical mineral resources and infrastructure.

Peter Warren Automotive’s planned acquisition of Wakeling Automotive hits a regulatory and timing impasse as vendors refuse to extend the deal’s Sunset Date despite ACCC application adjustments.

Autosports Group reports a 22% jump in order write driven by battery electric vehicles, with FY26 profit forecast raised to $51-54 million.

Sprintex Limited has locked in underwriting agreements covering 8.7 million unexercised options, potentially raising up to A$870,000. The company also agreed to extend a A$1.85 million convertible note maturity by one year, pending shareholder approval.

Peter Warren Automotive has withdrawn its initial ACCC application for the Wakeling Automotive acquisition, opting to submit a fresh Phase 1 proposal with remedies to secure regulatory approval.

Tungsten Mining NL has kicked off a large-scale drilling campaign at its Mt Mulgine Project, aiming to test a substantial exploration target that could significantly boost its tungsten resources.

2 Cheap Cars Group held its ground in a challenging FY26, delivering a net profit after tax of $3.2 million amid rising carbon costs and softer vehicle sales, supported by a robust second-half recovery and record finance penetration.

Connexion Mobility Ltd has agreed to acquire Hallam Road Automotive in a A$5 million deal expected to immediately lift earnings per share by up to 35% and reduce exposure to foreign exchange fluctuations.

Ionic Rare Earths’ subsidiary Ionic Technologies has led a pioneering UK project demonstrating a fully circular supply chain for electric vehicle magnets using 100% recycled rare earth oxides, achieving performance parity with primary materials and advancing UK critical minerals goals.

Latrobe Magnesium has achieved continuous production of high-grade Magnesium Oxide from brown coal ash and secured a US$2 million prepayment from its US offtake partner, setting the stage for magnesium metal production in the second half of 2026.

Xamble Group stabilised revenue at A$1.64 million in Q1 2026 while narrowing its group EBITDA loss slightly despite ramped-up technology spending. The company completed its acquisition of YouthsToday, tripling its influencer base and locking in three commercial contracts worth A$1.17 million.

Eagers Automotive delivered a record $13 billion revenue in 2025, boosted market share in new and New Energy Vehicles, and secured landmark global partnerships to fuel future growth.