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HighCom Limited has revealed a sharp downturn in its half-year results, with revenue plunging 59% and a $6.8 million loss after tax, driven by US government shutdown impacts. The company is banking on new lightweight XTclave® armour products to fuel a recovery in the second half of FY26.

Dateline Resources has acquired the Music Valley Heavy Rare Earths Project in California, backed by historical high-grade data, and invested US$1 million in Fermi Critical Minerals to boost exploration across the US. This move complements its existing gold and rare earth projects, positioning the company at the forefront of critical mineral supply chain security.

XReality Group has reported its strongest half-year performance yet, driven by rapid growth in its Operator XR business focused on immersive training solutions for defence and law enforcement.

Electro Optic Systems reported a 27% revenue drop to $128.5 million in FY2025 but posted a net profit of $18.6 million, boosted by the sale of EM Solutions. The company strengthened its position with key contract wins and acquisitions, including the UK-based Interceptor business and a conditional deal for MARSS.

Magnum Mining has confirmed that its Piracanjuba Prospect hosts an Ionic Adsorption Clay rare earth element system, revealing high recoveries of strategic metals under mild leaching conditions. This discovery could pave the way for a large-scale, low-cost rare earth operation in Brazil’s Azimuth REE Project.

Victory Metals has partnered with Curtin University and the Australian Government to accelerate development of the North Stanmore Heavy Rare Earth Project, positioning Australia as a key player in critical minerals supply.

HighCom Limited has announced a $7 million capital raise alongside a $1 million Share Purchase Plan to support working capital and product innovation, aiming for a strong revenue rebound and profitability in the second half of FY26.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has firmly rejected allegations from a recent Grizzly Research report, highlighting its strengthened financial position, significant contract wins, and strategic acquisition to bolster its defence technology portfolio.

Nimy Resources has dispatched its first shipment of high-grade gallium mineralised test material from Western Australia to the United States, marking a key step in developing a secure Western supply chain for this critical mineral. The collaboration with M2i Global aims to identify optimal processing routes to support U.S. defence and semiconductor industries.

Nimy Resources has dispatched its inaugural shipment of high-grade gallium ore from Western Australia to the United States, marking a significant step in establishing a secure Western supply chain for this critical mineral.

Vection Technologies has secured a $2.2 million defence contract for its new FEDRA edge data appliance, marking a significant step in its AI-powered military technology portfolio under a $22.3 million framework agreement.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) addresses rumours about relocating its headquarters and stock listing to Europe, affirming no such decisions have been made despite strong growth in European defence markets.