Latest Geopolitical Risk News

Ionic Rare Earths has signed a landmark MOU with US Strategic Metals to develop rare earth magnet recycling in Missouri, advancing the US-Australia critical minerals partnership and aiming to reduce reliance on Chinese supply.

Macquarie Group Limited reported a 3% increase in profit for the half year ended 30 September 2025, driven by strong performances in asset management and capital advisory, while declaring a 35% franked interim dividend of $2.80 per share.

Toubani Resources confirms uninterrupted operations at its Kobada Gold Project in Mali despite local fuel and security concerns, while progressing key funding and permitting milestones.

Resolute Mining confirms steady operations at its Syama gold mine in Mali despite ongoing supply chain hurdles and unpredictable local conditions.

Battery Age Minerals Limited (BM8) is accelerating exploration across its diversified critical metals projects spanning Europe, North America, and South America, positioning itself as a key player in the global supply of germanium, gallium, lithium, gold, and silver.

Almonty Industries posted a strong Q3 net income driven by rising tungsten prices and strategic financing, while advancing its flagship Sangdong Mine and acquiring new US exploration rights.

Mandrake Resources has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to supply lithium chloride to US refinery Stardust Power, marking a strategic step in the US push for domestic critical minerals.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a solid $6.9 billion statutory net profit for 2025, maintaining strong capital and credit quality while increasing dividends. The bank’s ongoing transformation and disciplined growth underpin its outlook amid evolving economic conditions.

Renascor Resources has commenced construction of its government-backed Purified Spherical Graphite demonstration plant in Adelaide, while securing key land and expanding exploration amid shifting global graphite supply dynamics.

Uscom Limited reported a 27% drop in cash reserves for Q1 2025, driven by declining revenue and rising costs, while preparing to sell its main business unit to stabilize finances.

CAR Group Limited has reported robust FY25 financial results with strong revenue and profit growth, underpinned by strategic investments in AI and digital marketplaces. The company projects continued momentum into FY26, aiming to deepen market leadership across global regions.

Megado Minerals has secured all seven exploration permits for its flagship Iberian Copper Project in Northern Spain, advancing geological mapping and planning airborne geophysics and maiden drilling. The company also raised A$780,000 through an institutional placement and appointed a new independent director.