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Smartshares Limited’s annual report for the year ending 31 March 2026 details mixed fund unit movements, notable management changes, and key investment manager transitions within its suite of Exchange Traded Funds.

Brazilian Critical Minerals releases a robust Bankable Feasibility Study for its Ema Rare Earth Project, highlighting a US$1.47 billion post-tax NPV and a swift 0.5-year payback period, underpinned by low capital and operating costs.

Askari Metals is deepening government and community partnerships in Ethiopia while advancing operational readiness at its Nejo Gold-Copper Project, positioning for imminent exploration activity.

Booster Innovation Fund reported a $1.593 million profit for the year ended March 2026, supported by increased net assets. However, valuation risks persist due to early-stage investments and recent capital raises at lower prices.

State Street Global Advisors has declared a 77.48 cents per unit distribution for its SPDR S&P/ASX 200 ESG ETF, blending cash, franking, and foreign tax credits for the fiscal year ending June 2026.

Vanguard Investments Australia has announced estimated distributions for 34 of its ETFs, with payments scheduled for mid-July 2026. The payouts vary significantly across funds, reflecting diverse asset exposures and income profiles.

Cooks Coffee lifted UK and Ireland store sales 22.8% to NZ$95.8 million in FY26, with EBITDA up 14% to NZ$1.39 million. Despite operational growth and debt reduction, net liabilities and liquidity pressures raise material going concern doubts.

2 Cheap Cars Group maintained steady revenue and profit in FY26 despite softer vehicle sales and regulatory headwinds, driven by strong EV demand and record finance and insurance penetration.

Echelon Resources has secured a three-year extension to its gas supply agreement with Genesis Energy, underpinning continued sales of Kupe gas at market-linked prices and supporting New Zealand’s domestic energy needs.

Diatreme Resources has unveiled a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate of 102.7 million tonnes of high-purity silica sand at its Casuarina deposit, lifting its total global resource base to 632.8 million tonnes. The deposit's proximity to existing infrastructure and high silica content underpin its development potential.

Pan African Resources PLC has delivered a 5.6% increase in gold production to 196,527 ounces for FY25, alongside a 60.5% jump in adjusted EBITDA to US$226.6 million. The group’s strategic acquisition of Tennant Mines in Australia and the early commissioning of the Mogale Tailings Retreatment operation mark significant milestones in its growth trajectory, underpinned by a robust sustainability and governance framework.

AKORA Resources has secured A$1.6 million through a placement and is closing a A$1.7 million entitlement offer to fund advancing its high-grade Bekisopa iron ore project in Madagascar, with strong strategic partner interest and refreshed corporate governance.