Latest Capital Funding News

Platinum Asset Management and L1 Capital have agreed to merge, creating a combined entity managing approximately A$16.5 billion in assets. The deal promises strategic diversification, cost synergies, and significant earnings accretion for shareholders.

Bailador Technology Investments has updated its portfolio valuations, revealing strong gains in key holdings and a projected gross return of 32.8% for FY25. However, one investment saw a significant decline, tempering overall optimism.

Sayona Mining Limited and Piedmont Lithium Inc. have agreed to merge, creating a leading North American lithium producer with complementary assets and a balanced ownership structure. The merger, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals, aims to unlock significant synergies and strengthen the combined company’s financial position.

Boab Metals has successfully raised $6 million through a share placement and an ATM set-off, positioning the company to advance its Sorby Hills Project in Western Australia.

Koba Resources has completed a $600,000 placement of shares at 3.6 cents each, sweetened with free options exercisable at 8 cents until mid-2028. The move strengthens the company’s capital base without triggering extensive disclosure requirements.

Chimeric Therapeutics has secured a $2.5 million advance against its FY25 R&D tax incentive, bolstering funding for its clinical trial pipeline and operational needs. This move complements recent capital raises and underscores the company’s strategic financial management amid its oncology-focused cell therapy development.

Cobalt Blue Holdings has completed a scoping study for its Halls Creek Project in Western Australia, outlining a staged development plan with promising economics and a sustainable power strategy. The project targets near-term copper and zinc production with a modest initial capital outlay.

GTI Energy’s updated scoping study for its Lo Herma Uranium Project in Wyoming highlights a promising low-cost in-situ recovery operation with robust economics and a 7-year mine life. The study outlines a central processing plant scenario delivering strong returns amid a supportive regulatory and infrastructure environment.

Alvo Minerals has updated its entitlement offer to include free attaching options, aiming to raise $1.56 million to fund exploration and working capital. The offer targets eligible shareholders with a $0.02 share price and options exercisable at $0.05 over three years.

Green Critical Minerals has raised A$7 million through an institutional placement to accelerate the commercial rollout of its Very High Density graphite technology, aiming for first revenue in early 2026.

Infinity Lithium Corporation has withdrawn from Spain’s PERTE VEC IIa capital funding program, opting to return nearly €20 million due to prolonged permitting and regulatory hurdles.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a modest 1% decline in net profit to AUD 3.317 billion for the six months ended March 2025, maintaining its interim dividend and advancing key digital and sustainability initiatives.