Latest Economic Outlook News

ANZ Group Holdings Limited reported a robust first quarter with a 75% jump in cash profit, driven by cost cuts and revenue growth, signalling early success in its ANZ 2030 strategy.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 5% rise in net profit for the half-year ended December 2025, balancing lending growth with margin pressures and increased technology investment.

Macquarie Group has reported a solid third quarter for FY26, with significant profit gains in asset management and capital divisions, alongside steady growth in banking services. The group maintains a strong capital buffer, positioning itself well despite a cautious economic outlook.

Cannindah Resources has launched a focused drilling campaign at its Cannindah Breccia deposit, aiming to unlock a high-grade ‘GAP’ zone within its existing copper-gold resource. Early results hint at significant grade improvements that could reshape the project’s economic outlook.

Andean Silver reports robust drilling results at its Cerro Bayo Silver-Gold Project in Chile, revealing significant mineralisation expansions and upgrades ahead of a resource update. The findings underpin ongoing restart studies and feasibility work, supported by strong funding and rising precious metals prices.

Advance Metals has revealed compelling results from historic core sampling at its Yoquivo Silver-Gold Project, highlighting extensive high-grade mineralisation and potential for both underground and bulk tonnage resources. An upgraded JORC resource estimate is imminent.

American Uranium has restarted drilling at its Lo Herma ISR uranium project in Wyoming, aiming to expand and upgrade its existing 8.57 million pound resource ahead of key updates in 2026.

Strickland Metals has announced a $55 million institutional placement to fund an expanded drilling program and advance a Pre-Feasibility Study for its Rogozna gold project in Serbia, with major shareholders reaffirming their support.

Hawsons Iron Limited has completed a pivotal Preliminary Feasibility Study and declared a massive 2.3 billion tonne Ore Reserve, setting the stage for a 26-year mine life producing premium magnetite concentrate.

Larvotto Resources is on track for mid-2026 production at its Hillgrove Antimony-Gold Project, backed by robust drilling results, plant refurbishment progress, and promising tungsten recovery. The company also expands its copper portfolio with a strategic option on the Blockade Mine in Mt Isa.

KGL Resources has secured A$11 million to accelerate development at its Jervois Copper-Silver-Gold Project, buoyed by soaring commodity prices and fresh leadership appointments. The company is progressing construction readiness and optimisation efforts while engaging with funding partners.

Beetaloo Energy has secured key regulatory approvals and approved the Final Investment Decision for its Carpentaria Pilot Project, setting the stage for first gas sales from EP187 in late 2026.