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Lodestar Minerals has secured a binding option to acquire the Virgin Mountain Heavy Rare Earth Elements project in Arizona and defined a significant gold exploration target at Ned’s Creek, while gearing up for its first Chilean drill program.

PT ANTAM Tbk reported record production and sales volumes for nickel ore, bauxite, and alumina in FY25, driven by strong domestic demand and operational efficiencies. The company also progressed key downstream projects and strengthened its ESG leadership with multiple awards.

RareX Limited has secured a pivotal mining lease for its Cummins Range Rare Earths Project in Western Australia, confirming some of the highest-grade gallium mineralisation in the country. The company also advances metallurgical testing and forges strategic US partnerships, positioning itself at the forefront of critical minerals development.

Evion Group has bolstered its cash reserves to $2.3 million following a strategic placement and secured a $1.5 million expandable graphite sales agreement in the US, while advancing its Maniry Graphite Project in Madagascar with strong EU backing.

Resolution Minerals has announced a significant gold discovery at its Golden Gate North Prospect, marking a pivotal shift from exploration to development. The company also advances its critical minerals strategy with key acquisitions and a $25 million capital raise.

Quantum Graphite has extended its Uley 2 Project mining leases for 21 years, underpinning long-term development plans while showcasing its innovative TES Graphite Cells technology at a major energy conference. Financing discussions are progressing to potentially integrate downstream processing, signalling a pivotal phase for the company.

Mount Ridley Mines has reported maiden JORC mineral resource estimates for scandium and gallium at its Mount Ridley Project, significantly boosting its critical minerals portfolio and consolidating tenure across a 70-kilometre strike.

Critical Minerals Group (CMG) has made significant strides in its Vanadium battery energy storage and mining projects, securing a $2 million capital raise and progressing key feasibility studies.

Emperor Energy has appointed Tim Handley as Managing Director and is making significant progress on funding and preparing the Judith-2 appraisal well in the Offshore Gippsland Basin.

5E Advanced Materials has successfully priced an upsized and oversubscribed US$36 million public offering, aiming to accelerate its boron and lithium development projects. The capital raise underscores investor confidence as the company advances its clean energy materials strategy.

EcoGraf Limited has marked significant progress in its Epanko Graphite Project financing and expansion plans, while initiating a strategic gold farm-in agreement with AngloGold Ashanti in Tanzania.

Vintage Energy revises its December 2025 quarterly report to highlight a conditional agreement to acquire Metgasco’s licence interests, while production dips amid ongoing operational efforts.