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Noble Helium Limited has responded to ASX inquiries about recent unusual trading activity, attributing it to ongoing convertible note amendment negotiations but denying undisclosed information influenced the market.

Orion Minerals has obtained a $0.5 million unsecured loan facility from a company linked to its chairman, aimed at bolstering working capital ahead of potential funding events.

Enero Group has replaced its $50 million debt facility with a smaller $15 million revolving credit line from NAB, reflecting a strategic shift towards reduced capital needs and strong cash reserves.

Metcash Limited reported solid FY25 results with revenue rising 8.9% to $17.3 billion, driven by strong Food growth and Hardware’s late recovery. Despite a slight dip in underlying profit after tax, the company’s strategic mergers and acquisitions position it well for future expansion.

Metcash Limited reported an 8.9% rise in FY25 sales revenue to $17.3 billion and an 8.6% increase in underlying EBITDA, driven by strong Food pillar growth and the acquisition of Superior Foods. However, declines in Liquor and Hardware EBIT tempered overall profit growth.

EV Resources has appointed Miguel Barahona as President of its Mexican subsidiary to lead the restart of the Los Lirios open pit antimony mine, signalling a strategic push to advance its operations in Oaxaca.

Shift4 Payments, LLC has entered into a definitive scheme implementation agreement to acquire Smartpay Holdings Limited at NZ$1.20 per share, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals. The transaction outlines a detailed timetable and conditions, including Overseas Investment Office consent and court sanction.

Smartpay Holdings has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by US-based Shift4 Payments for NZ$1.20 per share, representing a significant premium and a near NZ$300 million valuation. The deal, recommended unanimously by Smartpay’s board, awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Lithium Universe Limited has announced a $1.7 million capital raising via a two-tranche placement to fund the development of its Bécancour Lithium Refinery in Canada, alongside R&D initiatives and working capital needs.

AIC Mines has locked in a US$40 million prepayment facility tied to a copper offtake agreement with Trafigura, aiming to boost processing capacity at its Eloise mine.

Galan Lithium has locked in a A$20 million equity placement from strategic partner Clean Elements, providing crucial funding to complete Phase 1 construction of its Hombre Muerto West lithium project in Argentina, targeting first production in early 2026.

New World Resources has agreed to an enhanced acquisition proposal from Central Asia Metals, including increased cash consideration and a strategic A$10 million placement to accelerate project development.