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Empire Energy has successfully drilled its longest well to date, secured a $65 million financing package, and received environmental approval for its Carpentaria Pilot Project, setting the stage for first gas deliveries later in 2025.

ECS Botanics reports a striking 339% quarter-on-quarter growth in its B2C sales, offsetting a slight dip in total revenue as it pivots to a hybrid B2B and B2C business model. The company’s record harvest and new product launches position it for a promising turnaround.

Bellevue Gold Limited reported a $52 million net cash outflow from operating activities in the December 2024 quarter, alongside a substantial $112.6 million early repayment on its project loan facility, leaving $79.45 million in cash reserves.

Bellevue Gold Limited reports a robust December 2024 quarter with rising grades and tonnages, setting the stage for a significant production ramp-up and cost reductions in H2 FY25. The company also advances its commitment to sustainability, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2026.

Lotus Resources has locked in US$38.5 million in financing to support the restart and ramp-up of its Kayelekera uranium project in Malawi, targeting positive cash flow by Q3 2025.

Complii FinTech Solutions Ltd reports a robust Q2 FY25 with a $3.048 million cash balance, a net operational cash inflow, and a 12.9% year-on-year increase in Annual Recurring Revenue, driven by strategic divestment and focused growth initiatives.

Auswide Bank has secured Treasurer approval for MyState Bank’s acquisition via a scheme of arrangement, setting the stage for a pivotal shareholder vote in early February.

MyState Limited has secured Federal Treasurer approval for its merger with Auswide Bank, advancing plans to create a larger regional banking group pending shareholder and court consent.

Phoslock Environmental Technologies reported a widening cashflow deficit and disappointing sales in the December 2024 quarter, while legal challenges and share suspension continue to cloud its outlook.

VanEck Investments Limited has outlined the dividend timetable for its suite of Australian and global bond ETFs, providing investors with critical dates for dividend entitlements and reinvestment options.

IDT Australia has finalized a $20 million asset-based loan facility with ScotPac, replacing its previous $4.7 million NAB facility, to support its expanding sales pipeline and recent contract wins.

AMCIL Limited posted a half-year profit of $3.6 million, down 12.6%, yet its portfolio outperformed the S&P/ASX 200 with an 8.7% return. The company declared a steady interim dividend amid cautious market conditions.