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The Smart US 500 ETF reported a near-billion-dollar fund size with a 5-year average annual return of 14.14% after fees and tax, maintaining a high-risk profile and low management fees of 0.34%.

Key Petroleum Ltd has wrapped up the last 3% tranche of its share placement, raising nearly $59,000 and exhausting its 15% ASX placement limit. The fresh capital is earmarked for asset acquisitions, development, and working capital.

Bourns, Inc. has crossed the 90% acceptance threshold in its takeover of Rakon, making the offer unconditional and triggering compulsory acquisition rights and a planned delisting from NZX.

Toro Energy shareholders face a pivotal vote on a takeover scheme by IsoEnergy, offering a near 80% premium and access to a diversified uranium portfolio across Australia, Canada, and the US.

Fat Prophets Global Contrarian Fund (ASX: FPC) has launched an on-market buy-back of its ordinary shares, set to run from May 2026 to May 2027, signalling a fresh phase in its capital management strategy.

Green Technology Metals (ASX: GT1) secures A$11 million to complete feasibility studies and permitting for its Seymour Lithium Project, aiming for first ore in 2028 amid a recovering lithium market and strong Canadian support.

Jayride Group continues its pivot to a SaaS mobility platform across Australasia and Southeast Asia, managing tight cash flow and planning a capital raise to sustain operations and support ASX reinstatement.

VanEck Investments Limited has released a comprehensive replacement Product Disclosure Statement for seven Australian bond ETFs, updating key details on investment strategies, risks, fees, and regulatory frameworks.

LTR Pharma highlights SPONTAN's 5x faster absorption and validated safety, backed by over 1,000 Australian prescriptions and strategic partnerships as it targets FDA approval and US market entry.

AuKing Mining has locked in Thompson Resources to kick off a minimum 5,500m drilling campaign at its Tundulu Rare Earths project in Malawi, targeting structural extensions and depth continuity from mid-May 2026.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited posted a 14% rise in cash profit for 1H26 to AUD 3.78 billion, driven by cost reductions and steady revenue, while declaring an 83-cent interim dividend with 75% franking.

FBR Limited secured its first overseas Mantis welding robot sale, launched the Firehawk refractory robot, and expanded its Wall as a Service footprint in Victoria, while navigating a cash balance under $700,000.