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Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a resilient H1 FY25 with a $1.26 billion portfolio and upgraded its distribution guidance to 19.7 cents per security, despite significant governance changes amid a takeover bid.

Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a solid $16.7 million statutory profit for H1 FY25, alongside a 3.2% rise in distributions and a successful debt refinancing that extends maturity and reduces costs.

Hotel Property Investments has announced significant leadership changes following increased shareholding by Charter Hall and Hostplus, signaling a strategic pivot for the property investment firm.

Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a robust half-year profit of A$16.7 million, driven by rising rental income and property valuations, while managing significant takeover defence costs amid Charter Hall Retail REIT and Hostplus bids.

News Corporation reported a robust half-year performance with revenues up 4% to $4.33 billion and net income soaring 80% to $334 million, while advancing its strategic pivot through the planned sale of Foxtel.

Miramar Resources has confirmed the Bangemall region as a significant new nickel-copper province following detailed Micro-XRF analysis of drill samples from its Mount Vernon Project, revealing disseminated nickel and copper sulphides. This breakthrough positions Miramar as a first-mover with a dominant landholding in a highly prospective area.

ReNu Energy has agreed to sell its Countrywide Hydrogen Business, including a key Tasmanian green hydrogen project, to a management-controlled entity for up to $1.1 million, pending shareholder approval. This strategic divestment aims to relieve financial pressures and reposition the company as a debt-free vehicle focused on new growth opportunities.

SOCO Corporation Ltd has posted a preliminary 18% increase in first-half FY2025 revenue to $11 million, yet project delays and reduced federal government demand temper full-year growth expectations.

Lindian Resources has awarded a $1.3 million contract to Mota-Engil for the construction of a critical access road at its Kangankunde Rare Earths Project in Malawi, marking a key milestone in project development and local infrastructure enhancement.

Blackstone Minerals is set to merge with IDM International, combining expertise and local presence to advance exploration of the world-class Mankayan copper-gold porphyry project in the Philippines.

Arizona Lithium has unveiled a detailed, phased development plan for its Prairie Lithium Project, aiming to become North America’s first commercial lithium brine producer. The company targets initial production in 2025 with a modest capital outlay and scalable expansion strategy.

Blackstone Minerals has entered a binding scheme to acquire IDM International, securing the world-class Mankayan Copper-Gold Project in the Philippines. This merger positions Blackstone as a significant player in critical energy transition metals with promising exploration upside.