Latest Commodities News

Lowell Resources Fund (ASX: LRT) reported a 48.7% increase in profit to nearly $33 million for FY2026, alongside a 37.6% rise in net assets to $99.5 million, driven by strong junior resources sector performance despite mid-year commodity volatility.

Alkane Resources delivered a transformational FY26 with a 590% surge in net profit to A$228.7 million, driven by its merger with Mandalay Resources and record gold equivalent production. The company declared its first fully franked dividend and confirmed solid FY27 guidance.

SQX Resources launches a fully underwritten $2.47 million rights issue at a 31% discount to fund accelerated exploration across key US and Australian projects.

Aurora Labs posted a 36% increase in net loss to $5.1 million for FY2026 despite securing key defence contracts and partnerships. The company is transitioning from R&D to early commercialisation of its micro gas turbine propulsion systems, backed by a $5.5 million capital raise and government grants.

Regis Resources (ASX:RRL) delivered a landmark FY26 with a 181% surge in net profit to $715 million, underpinned by strong gold production and record prices. The company declared a fully franked 35 cents per share dividend, including a special 5 cents payout from the terminated Vault Minerals merger break fee.

Dart Mining (ASX:DTM) has agreed to acquire a large, underexplored gold and lithium project near the Gruyere mine in WA’s Yamarna district, backed by a $2 million capital raise to fund exploration and acquisition costs.

Noumi Limited lifted FY26 revenue by 8.8% and adjusted operating EBITDA by 7.6%, driven by Dairy & Nutritionals' strong earnings and strategic investments in Plant-based Milks. The company faces refinancing uncertainty with $610 million convertible notes maturing in May 2027, prompting a proposed acquisition by majority shareholder Arrovest.

CZR Resources Ltd (ASX:CZR) has launched an all-scrip off-market takeover bid for Zuleika Gold Limited (ASX:ZAG), offering 0.1742 CZR shares per Zuleika share, valuing Zuleika at approximately $44.8 million and representing a premium of over 40% to recent prices.

Ridley Corporation’s FY26 results reveal a dramatic revenue surge fueled by its Incitec Pivot Fertilisers acquisition, alongside a significant profit drop due to a $31.8 million impairment on NovaqPro® and acquisition costs. The company declares a higher fully franked dividend, signaling confidence despite challenges.

Fortescue Ltd delivered a record 201.3 million tonnes of iron ore in FY26, alongside a 3% rise in underlying net profit after tax to US$3.47 billion, despite a significant $750 million impairment charge on its Iron Bridge asset. The miner declared a fully franked final dividend of A$0.46 per share and continues to advance its ambitious decarbonisation and growth agenda.

Lindian Resources confirms Kangankunde Rare Earths Project remains on track for first production in late 2026, with concurrent progress across construction, mining, and operational readiness. The company is expanding its operational footprint internationally and strengthening its team to support the transition from construction to production.

Bega Cheese Limited has delivered a robust FY2026 with a $54.8 million statutory profit, a 6.7% revenue increase, and a raised final dividend of 7.5 cents per share. The company is advancing its strategic growth plans focused on high-protein products, international expansion, and sustainability initiatives.