Latest Geopolitical Risks News

Sandon Capital Investments Limited reported a robust FY25 with a 28.2% total shareholder return, driven by a 32.2% gross portfolio gain and a $24.65 million net profit. The company also announced a fully franked quarterly dividend, underscoring its commitment to shareholder income.

Victory Metals has won a $250,000 MRIWA grant to advance its North Stanmore scandium project, positioning itself amid rising global supply risks due to export controls by China and Russia.

Metal Bank Limited has announced its withdrawal from exploration activities in Jordan, citing geopolitical instability and financial guarantees demanded by local authorities as key reasons.

Robex Resources Inc. reported a challenging Q2 2025 with a significant net loss driven by legal settlements and subsidiary dissolution, yet it progresses steadily on its Kiniéro Gold Project with strong backing from its recent ASX IPO and Sprott financing.

MFF Capital Investments Limited posted a solid $432 million net profit for FY2025 despite a slight dip from last year, while raising its fully franked final dividend and completing the strategic acquisition of Montaka Global.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported an 8% rise in net profit to $10.1 billion for FY25, supported by steady lending growth and a 5% revenue increase. The bank declared a fully franked final dividend of 260 cents per share, underscoring its robust capital position and ongoing technology modernization.

PM Capital Global Opportunities Fund Limited reported a robust 33.98% rise in profit after tax to $168.2 million for FY25, alongside a raised fully franked final dividend of 6.0 cents per share. The fund’s portfolio outperformed key benchmarks, reflecting strategic positioning amid structural global economic changes.

AVITA Medical reported a 21% revenue increase in Q2 2025 driven by expanded sales and new product launches, yet continues to face net losses and liquidity challenges requiring loan covenant waivers.

QBE Insurance Group reported robust half-year results with a 6% increase in gross written premiums and a notable improvement in underwriting profitability. The insurer’s strategic portfolio management and resilient investment performance underpin a confident outlook for 2025.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd (ETM) has won the bid for the Penouta mine in Spain, the EU’s sole tin-tantalum-niobium producer, raising A$10 million to support the acquisition and development amid regulatory hurdles.

Light & Wonder reported a slight revenue dip in Q2 2025 but expanded earnings and margins, fueled by its $850 million Grover acquisition and a strategic shift to a sole ASX listing.

Heavy Rare Earths Limited (ASX – HRE) has struck a binding agreement to acquire an 80% interest in the Prospect Hill tin project, South Australia’s largest and most advanced tin deposit, expanding its footprint in critical minerals.