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The ACCC has escalated its review of Insurance Australia Group’s proposed takeover of RAC Insurance, flagging significant competition concerns in Western Australia’s motor and home insurance markets.

High Peak Royalties has secured an upfront A$50,000 option fee from Massive Metals for a 12-month exclusive call option to acquire its Admiral Bay royalty rights, with potential to extend for another year and a total acquisition price of A$2 million.

Paladin Energy has lifted its uranium production guidance for FY2026 at the Langer Heinrich Mine, citing strong ramp-up progress and improved processing metrics. The company also trimmed capital expenditure forecasts while maintaining sales and cost outlooks amid geopolitical uncertainties.

Antilles Gold has secured $2 million through a share placement to a Chinese investor, strengthening funding for the Nueva Sabana mine construction in Cuba. The capital injection increases the joint venture loan and highlights ongoing financial manoeuvres ahead of mine commissioning.

Alcoa Corporation reported a sharp rise in first quarter 2026 net income to $425 million, driven by higher aluminium prices and a completed smelter restart, even as alumina production and shipments declined due to seasonal and external disruptions.

Zip Co reported a 41.5% jump in third quarter cash EBTDA to $65.1 million, driven by accelerated US transaction volume growth of 43.1% and steady credit losses. The company upgraded its FY26 cash EBTDA guidance to at least $260 million, highlighting robust profitability and expanding customer engagement.

EVZ Limited has upgraded its banking facilities by replacing Commonwealth Bank with HSBC, expanding total committed credit to $15.5 million. The new arrangements offer improved terms and greater financial flexibility to support growth across its Energy & Resources and Building Products divisions.

Talisman Mining has confirmed significant near-surface gold mineralisation at its Walkers Hill and East Peak Hill projects in NSW through recent aircore drilling, alongside receiving $0.79 million in iron ore royalties and maintaining a solid cash position.

Abu Dhabi-based private equity firm Axight is set to acquire a minority stake in La Trobe Financial Group, with Brookfield Asset Management maintaining majority ownership and operational control.

New Zealand King Salmon (NZX: NZK) has sharply upgraded its FY26 earnings guidance, citing better-than-expected summer fish growth and lower mortality. The company now expects pro-forma EBITDA between $19 million and $27 million, up from $9 million to $15 million previously.

Meridian Energy's March 2026 report reveals robust retail sales growth and healthy hydro storage despite falling electricity futures prices, prompting a downward revision of FY26 capital expenditure guidance.

Oneview Healthcare has secured A$12.3 million from its placement and security purchase plan, though the SPP fell well short of its A$2 million target. The company will now seek shareholder approval for the final tranche of its A$19 million raise at the September AGM.