Latest Economic Recovery News

Hawsons Iron Limited has reported positive Phase 1 results from a CSIRO study revealing the mineral composition of its iron tailings, highlighting potential for hematite recovery as a valuable byproduct.

Titanium Sands Limited has locked in $800,000 in stage two funding to complete environmental studies and advance the Industrial Mining Licence for its Mannar Island Project in Sri Lanka, backed by strong government support.

Vulcan Steel Limited reported a 10.9% revenue decline in FY25 alongside a 24.1% drop in adjusted EBITDA, while announcing a fully underwritten NZ$96 million equity raise to fund the acquisition of Roofing Industries Limited. The deal marks Vulcan’s strategic entry into the New Zealand steel roofing and cladding market with expected earnings accretion and no change to its dividend policy.

Michael Hill International reported a steady FY25 with revenue holding firm at $643.7 million and a return to profitability despite ongoing retail challenges. The year saw strategic store closures, digital sales growth, and leadership changes, setting the stage for a reset under new CEO Jonathan Waecker.

EVZ Limited reported solid FY2025 results with an 8% increase in revenue to $108 million and a 20% rise in EBITDA, underpinned by operational improvements and a robust contract backlog exceeding $90 million.

NAOS Ex-50 Opportunities Company Limited (ASX, NAC) reported a strong turnaround with a $7.55 million profit after tax for FY25 and a 28.9% portfolio return, declaring a 1.5 cent per share dividend. The company’s focused investments in emerging Australian and New Zealand companies underpin its robust performance and disciplined capital management.

MetalsTech Limited has completed critical in-adit channel sampling for its Sturec Gold Project, progressing its Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) on track for late 2025 completion. The company is leveraging technological innovations to enhance recoveries and reduce environmental impact.

Freightways Group Limited delivered a resilient FY25 performance with revenue up 6.6% to NZD 1.29 billion and net profit after tax rising 12.9%, supported by strong growth in Australia and strategic investments in automation and 3PL services.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a 4% rise in cash NPAT to $10.25 billion for FY25, alongside a 20 cent dividend increase and robust capital ratios, underpinned by strong lending growth and heavy investment in AI and digital innovation.

Rumble Resources has unveiled multiple high-grade tungsten intersections at its Western Queen Project, with a maiden tungsten resource estimate expected soon. This discovery complements an already significant gold resource, positioning the project as a critical minerals hotspot amid tightening global tungsten supply.

MOVE Logistics Group has achieved its FY25 financial targets, showcasing significant improvements in earnings and operational efficiency despite a tough economic backdrop in New Zealand.

MetalsTech Limited has initiated detailed metallurgical testing to underpin an expanded mine plan for its flagship Sturec Gold Project in Slovakia, with the Pre-Feasibility Study on track for completion in late Q3 2025.