Latest Geopolitics News

Ava Risk Group has landed a $1.1 million contract to deploy its advanced fibre sensing technology at a major ADNOC oil and gas field in Abu Dhabi, reinforcing its strategic partnership with Honeywell and its foothold in critical infrastructure security.

Navigator Global Investments has raised its FY25 earnings outlook, projecting a 17-22% increase in adjusted EBITDA driven by robust profit distributions from its diversified Partner Firms.

Peak Rare Earths Limited has agreed to be acquired by Ganzhou Chenguang Rare Earths New Material Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Shenghe Resources, in a deal valuing Peak at A$150.5 million plus proceeds from a proposed entitlement offer. The transaction offers Peak shareholders a significant premium and aims to accelerate development of the Ngualla Rare Earth Project.

Syrah Resources has mobilised teams to resume operations at its Balama Graphite mine in Mozambique, aiming to restart production by the end of June 2025. The company reports no major maintenance issues and is navigating financial and regulatory challenges as it prepares to meet strong market demand.

Bass Oil Limited has announced a $3.1 million rights issue to fund key projects including recommissioning a gas facility in Australia and drilling an oil well in Indonesia, aiming to significantly increase production and cash flow.

Sarama Resources reported a $673,644 net loss in Q1 2025 while progressing exploration in Western Australia and initiating a $120 million arbitration over a disputed Burkina Faso permit withdrawal.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia reported a stable $2.6 billion cash profit for the quarter, maintaining strong capital and dividend payouts despite slight increases in consumer arrears and corporate credit risks.

Jameson Resources has released a comprehensive update on its Crown Mountain steelmaking coal project, revealing improved project economics and robust progress on environmental and Indigenous engagement fronts. The update underscores the project's strategic positioning amid tightening global supply and supportive government policies.

Celsius Resources plans to issue additional free-attaching options to investors in its Tranche 2 Placement, aiming to bolster support amid challenging geopolitical and economic conditions. These options, exercisable at a nominal price, await shareholder approval and ASX listing conditions.

Blackstone Minerals has secured $600,000 through the set-off of collateral shares under its ATM facility, bolstering its financial position ahead of a key merger and acquisition in Southeast Asia’s critical minerals sector.

Austco Healthcare has renewed its preferred supplier agreement with a major US healthcare provider, continuing supply of its Tacera nurse call systems to 180 hospitals across 30 states. This extension builds on a lucrative five-year partnership worth over A$49 million.

QBE Insurance Group reported a robust 31% increase in net profit for 2024, declaring its highest dividend in years and outlining a confident outlook for 2025 amid ongoing global risks.