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Embark Early Education announces a fully franked interim dividend and the conditional acquisition of two Queensland childcare centres, boosting its portfolio to 40 centres.

QBE Insurance Group has priced a AUD 600 million subordinated notes issuance, strengthening its capital base under APRA regulations with notes maturing in 2036.

EQ Resources has secured an extension of credit facilities from its major shareholder Oaktree, ensuring continued operations at its flagship Barruecopardo tungsten mine in Spain through 2025. The company is also actively restructuring its debt to strengthen its financial position amid improving production and market conditions.

Xero Limited has reported a robust FY25 with 23% revenue growth and a Rule of 40 score exceeding 44%, underscoring its balanced approach to growth and profitability.

Minbos Resources advances its Cabinda Phosphate Project with strong sales interest and a $36 million financing package, positioning itself as a key player in Angola's agricultural transformation.

Euro Manganese advances its Chvaletice manganese project with key regulatory approvals, leadership appointments, and a $9.8 million capital raise, while reporting a narrowed Q3 net loss.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported a $9.17 million net loss for the six months ending March 31, 2025, while advancing its Chvaletice Manganese Project and pursuing a critical $11.2 million capital raise. The company’s future hinges on successful financing and project milestones amid ongoing development costs.

Brightstar Resources has kicked off its second ore processing campaign under a key agreement with Genesis Minerals, while development at its Fish underground mine remains on track for first ore in June. The company is poised for growth with a near-complete feasibility study and increased drilling activity.

Lindian Resources reports strong progress on its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project in Malawi, securing multiple financing proposals and advancing construction ahead of schedule. The company targets production in 2026 amid growing global demand for critical minerals.

Sarama Resources reported a $673,644 net loss in Q1 2025 while progressing exploration in Western Australia and initiating a $120 million arbitration over a disputed Burkina Faso permit withdrawal.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reports a 45 basis point increase in its CET1 capital ratio for Q1 2025, driven by earnings despite rising risk-weighted assets. The bank maintains strong liquidity and leverage ratios above regulatory minimums.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a stable $2.6 billion cash profit for the quarter, maintaining strong capital and dividend payouts despite slight increases in consumer arrears and corporate credit risks.