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Lycopodium has won an approximately A$42.9 million engineering and procurement contract for Endeavour Mining’s Assafo-Dibibango gold project in Côte d’Ivoire. Work has begun, but continued execution and full implementation remain conditional on Endeavour approving its final investment decision, expected before the end of 2026.

Power Minerals has repositioned around two Brazilian critical minerals projects, led by Morro do Ferro’s thick, high-grade rare earth intersections and a conceptual 10.7Mt Exploration Target. The shift comes with stronger funding and no borrowings, but the audited accounts warn that further financing remains essential.

M3 Mining reduced its FY2026 loss and more than doubled cash after a $2.25 million placement, while exploration work at Edjudina produced priority gold targets. The improvement comes with an auditor-highlighted material uncertainty over the company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

FOS Capital anticipates a sharp earnings turnaround in FY27, driven by cost cuts, a $10 million order book, and a record $130 million pipeline.

Brazilian Critical Minerals (ASX: BCM) has engaged Altris Engineering to spearhead the Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) phase of its Ema Rare Earth Project, aiming to advance the project from feasibility towards financing and construction readiness.

Harvey Norman Holdings reported a 10.9% rise in profit before tax excluding one-off adjustments, driven by international retail growth and a robust property portfolio. The company declared a fully franked 13 cent final dividend, maintaining a strong balance sheet with conservative gearing.

Zimplats Holdings reported a strong FY2026 with revenue climbing 57% to US$1.3 billion and profit before tax soaring 484% to US$387.5 million, driven by higher metal prices, increased ore volumes, and improved operational efficiency.

Channel Infrastructure NZ Limited reported a 47% rise in net profit for H1 2026, driven by expanded fuel storage capacity and upgraded EBITDA guidance, while declaring a 16% higher interim dividend.

Lynas Rare Earths delivered a record A$977.9 million revenue and A$222.4 million net profit in FY26, underpinned by strong rare earth production, strategic supply agreements, and a 10-year Malaysian licence renewal.

K&S Corporation’s FY2026 profit fell 16% underlying, with a 31% dividend cut reflecting cautious outlook amid economic uncertainty and contract losses.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure reported a 14.2% rise in net profit for H1 2026, underpinned by higher terminal charges and ongoing capital investment, while raising distribution guidance by 8.5%.

Auckland Airport posted a 3% revenue increase and a stable underlying profit of NZD 309 million in FY26, driven by robust passenger growth and a $1 billion infrastructure push, while cautioning on near-term fuel price volatility and geopolitical risks.