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Beach Energy reported a 13% increase in revenues for FY25 but faced a steep 91% drop in net profit after tax, slipping into a loss. Meanwhile, underlying profit showed a healthier 32% gain, highlighting a complex financial picture.

Metcash Limited has updated its dividend announcement, fixing the Dividend Reinvestment Plan price at AUD 3.87 per share and confirming a fully franked ordinary dividend of 9.5 cents for the year ending April 2025.

Story-i Limited reported a significantly reduced half-year loss of $386,949 for December 2024, down from nearly $24 million a year earlier, as it exits its Indonesian operations and focuses on recapitalisation and new investments.

Pacific Lime and Cement Limited has approved the Final Investment Decision for its Central Lime Project, adopting a fully equity-funded approach that slashes upfront capital costs by 42% and secures strong backing from the Papua New Guinea government and local communities.

Patronus Resources (ASX – PTN) reveals a robust financial position with $81 million in cash and investments against a $106 million market cap, underpinned by 2.3 million ounces of gold equivalent resources across Western Australia and Northern Territory.

Pacific Edge has successfully closed its Share Purchase Plan, raising $4.7 million and bringing total new equity to $20.7 million, surpassing initial targets. The capital raise awaits shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual Meeting.

Babylon Pump & Power has locked in a $21.15 million debt facility with NAB to refinance existing loans and support recent acquisitions, positioning the company for expanded operations.

DigitalX Limited has responded to a detailed ASX query regarding its Solana staking yields, exclusive validator agreements, and governance disclosures involving key personnel. The company defends its commercial decisions and compliance amid scrutiny over related party transactions and securities trading.

Tivan Limited is rapidly advancing its critical minerals portfolio, securing joint venture funding for the Speewah Fluorite Project and progressing drilling programs ahead of a mid-2026 feasibility study.

Clime Capital Limited (ASX, CAM) has announced a $14 million convertible note offer featuring a 6.5% fixed interest rate and a maturity date in 2028. The notes are convertible into ordinary shares on a one-for-one basis, providing investors with a hybrid income and equity exposure.

The Star Entertainment Group has terminated its binding Heads of Agreement with joint venture partners over Brisbane and Gold Coast developments, retaining its assets but incurring significant repayment and reimbursement obligations.

SRJ Technologies reports a robust 81% increase in quarterly cash receipts, driven by strategic leadership changes and a focused expansion into the Middle East and other high-growth markets.