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Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) reports significant progress in rare earth metals production and strategic growth, including a major capital raise and advances in its Dubbo and US projects.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund – Class A, an actively managed fixed income fund now available on the ASX. The fund aims to deliver returns exceeding the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index with a medium risk profile and transparent fee structure.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Global Growth Fund – Class A, an actively managed ETF listed on the ASX aiming to outperform the MSCI World ex Australia Index with a strong ESG commitment and a 0.90% management fee.

Rubicon Water has landed four key contracts worth A$8.3 million across the US, Italy, and Australia, marking a strong start to its FY26 sales pipeline and introducing a novel private ESG funding source in the US.

Acumentis delivered a 3.4% revenue increase to $58.1 million at its 2025 AGM, highlighting diversification and a positive outlook for FY26 amid easing inflation and expected rate cuts.

GR Engineering Services Limited reported a robust FY25 with revenue climbing to $479 million and EBITDA surging to $57.2 million, supported by successful project completions and an expanded contract pipeline. The company declared a higher fully franked dividend and maintains a strong cash position as it looks ahead to FY26.

Codan Limited reported a strong FY25 with significant revenue and profit growth, bolstered by a key U.S. acquisition and a robust outlook for FY26 driven by defense spending and gold market strength.

Vulcan Energy has advanced its Phase One Lionheart Project with major German government grants, a strategic capital raise, and a significant lithium resource upgrade, positioning itself as a key player in Europe's EV battery supply chain.

Findi Limited has arranged a new A$30 million debt facility and agreed to acquire Sphere, enhancing its digital payments ecosystem ahead of a planned FY27 Indian IPO. Despite short-term challenges, the company projects strong revenue growth and operational momentum in FY26.

Ardea Resources has extended its Major Project Status for the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project, reinforcing its strategic role in Australia's critical minerals sector and ensuring continued government support.

IMDEX Limited reported a resilient FY25 with steady margins, reduced net debt, and strategic acquisitions positioning it for growth. The company’s FY26 outlook is optimistic, supported by improving global exploration activity and technology adoption.

Bailador Technology Investments reported a robust FY25 with a 33% gross IRR from its private portfolio, $41 million deployed in new and follow-on investments, and a strong final dividend of 3.6 cents per share.