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New Murchison Gold turned its Crown Prince operation into a powerful cash generator, reporting $146.95 million in net profit after tax and $201.7 million in cash for the nine months to 30 June 2026. The next test is whether Cloudkicker, Lydia and the Crown Prince underground opportunity can extend that performance.

Cobalt Blue has cleared important technical and regulatory hurdles at its Kwinana refinery, but the pre-revenue developer says further funding is needed and auditors flagged material uncertainty over its ability to continue as a going concern. The company reported an A$8.797 million loss for FY2026 despite ending the year with A$4.265 million in cash.

Australian Agricultural Projects reported a lower FY2026 profit as it shifted 285 hectares from leasing to direct farming, but the new model generated a $2.36 million net benefit and stronger operating cash flow. Debt fell, equipment improved and management is budgeting for an 800,000 to 870,000 litre harvest next season.

EcoGraf’s preliminary review has identified potential to lift Epanko Stage 1 production from 73,000 to 87,600 tonnes per annum, while reducing first-10-year C1 costs by 5.8%. The higher-output case remains subject to further engineering, financing work and a Final Investment Decision.

Globe Metals & Mining has completed compensation payments to all 203 households affected by Phase 1 of its Kanyika niobium project in Malawi, clearing a major land-access milestone. The company now targets initial pit opening, mining and stockpiling in the coming weeks, while relocation and cultural heritage work remain unfinished.

RocketBoots has completed a successful trial with a major Mexican retail bank operating more than 1,200 branches, opening discussions over a possible wider rollout. The company also renewed a 12-month agreement with a long-standing New Zealand banking customer, with total invoices raised of approximately A$231,000.

Carlton Investments increased FY2026 profit and fully franked dividends, but its investment portfolio underperformed sharply as its largest holding, EVT, fell 22.6% in value. The company’s total portfolio return was negative 3.2%, compared with a 6.1% gain for the S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index.

HyTerra says it has cut recurring corporate overheads by 30% before new initiatives, or 21% after including them, while reshaping its board and management. The geologic hydrogen explorer is also seeking approval for a 20:1 share consolidation and progressing a sponsored US ADR program without raising new capital.

International Graphite has arranged approximately $1.5 million in non-dilutive finance with National Australia Bank to fund construction of its Collie graphite processing facility. The project remains targeted for production building completion in Q2 2027, but the funding adds future repayment obligations as the company moves closer to commissioning.

Globe Metals and Mining has completed a bullish bankable feasibility study for its Kanyika niobium project, but the company still needs substantial funding to reach production. A proposed Sinomine transaction and a September mining-development deadline add urgency to the next phase.

Katana Capital Limited (ASX:KAT) delivered a 17.98% gross investment return in FY2026, beating the All Ordinaries by 15.55 percentage points as its portfolio benefited from defence, infrastructure, resources and technology exposures. Net profit rose to $3.808 million, while the listed investment company entered FY2027 with elevated cash and a deliberately cautious stance on banks.

Ovanti’s Malaysian subsidiary iSentric has secured a RM5.17 million High Court judgment, worth about A$1.78 million, against two companies tied to historical transactions. The company is also preparing further claims against former directors, officers and auditors, with estimated outstanding claims of up to A$20 million, although no recovery is guaranteed.