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Cobre has lifted its interest in the Sierra Atacama copper project to 62.86% after exercising a control option for approximately US$12 million. The move gives its Chilean subsidiary majority board representation as expansion, satellite pits and exploration plans advance.

GenusPlus will acquire New Zealand telecommunications construction and maintenance provider UCG for about NZ$40 million upfront and deferred consideration, with a further NZ$25 million tied to performance. The deal expands GenusPlus’s communications capability and is expected to be immediately earnings accretive, subject to regulatory and contractual approvals.

Rox Resources says construction of its Youanmi processing plant has reached 39%, while underground development advances towards production drilling at United North. Financial close and a $90.2 million debt drawdown have lifted reported cash to $149.2 million, with first gold still targeted for mid-2027.

NTAW Holdings improved margins, reduced inventory and cut gross debt in FY2026, but remained loss-making as revenue fell sharply after the loss of key distribution rights. Management is targeting modest growth in FY2027 while covenant obligations and cash generation remain central tests.

DGL Group’s FY26 annual report lays bare a difficult year: revenue and underlying earnings fell, statutory losses widened and the auditor issued a qualified opinion over opening inventory. Management is betting on cost cuts, fuller facilities and a new liquid waste plant to repair performance in FY27.

New Zealand Rural Land Company’s 75%-owned partnership has conditionally agreed to sell five Hawke’s Bay orchards for $18.84 million, as uncertainty from the Kiwi Crunch administration continues to cloud FY26 earnings. Completion depends on Overseas Investment Office consent.

Coda Minerals has moved Elizabeth Creek closer to a targeted first-quarter 2027 pre-feasibility study, backed by improved leach recoveries, drilling and fresh funding. But the copper developer remains loss-making, burned A$8.87 million in operating cash and will likely need further capital to progress beyond the study stage.

Inghams Group Limited (ASX:ING) returned to poultry volume growth in FY26, but rising costs, a tax dispute and weaker earnings sharply reduced shareholder returns. The company enters FY27 with lower net debt, elevated leverage and a value-led turnaround strategy still to prove itself.

TZ Limited is still seeking funding after failing to complete its shortfall share placement, with $1.3 million in debt and vendor obligations due. The company says a management restructure, cost cuts and commercial opportunities could improve cash generation, but several forecasts remain conditional.

Aspen Group delivered a sharp rise in FY26 earnings and distributions, then lifted its FY27 targets despite a softer residential sales market. The property group is expanding its affordable rental and development platform, but debt and valuation sensitivity are rising with it.

CVC Limited (ASX:CVC) ended FY26 with $87.7 million in cash after a major Laverton sale, debt refinancing and a decision to abandon a $124 million property settlement. The stronger liquidity position came alongside a 541.7% rise in underlying NPAT, although earnings remain dependent on lumpy property realisations and planning approvals.

Range International has opened a 1-for-1 entitlement offer priced at A$0.09 a share, seeking about A$1.69 million to expand its rental pallet fleet and repay debt. Shareholders who do not participate could see their ownership halve if the offer is fully subscribed.