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Origin Energy reported a rise in statutory and underlying profits for FY25, driven by strong LNG trading gains that balanced softer Energy Markets earnings. The company also increased its fully franked dividend and outlined a positive outlook for FY26.

New Zealand Coastal Seafoods Limited has completed a major vessel upgrade, attracted international investment, and is preparing to resume ASX trading after strategic corporate changes.

Askari Metals has confirmed the legal validity of its Nejo Gold and Copper Project licences in Ethiopia, paving the way for a comprehensive exploration campaign in a highly prospective mineral region.

Santos Limited has agreed to extend the exclusivity period with the XRG Consortium, allowing more time to finalize due diligence for a potential A$8.89 per share cash takeover. The extension keeps the door open for competing bids, maintaining shareholder options.

Airtasker Limited has reported its second consecutive year of positive free cash flow alongside robust revenue growth, fueling accelerated expansion in the UK and US marketplaces.

Core Lithium has repositioned its Finniss Lithium Project as a low-cost underground operation with a 20-year mine life, slashing operating costs by a third and boosting production capacity. The company is advancing strategic funding while unlocking flexibility through a key offtake agreement termination.

Elixir Energy has advanced its strategic plan in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, appointing a new COO, initiating a major cost reduction, and preparing to drill key exploration and appraisal wells that could unlock significant gas resources.

BlackRock Investment Management has announced an estimated distribution of 176.55 cents per unit for its iShares MSCI South Korea ETF for the period ending June 30, 2025, predominantly sourced from foreign income.

Betashares Capital Ltd has released the estimated annual distribution components for its Global Shares Currency Hedged ETF (HGBL) for the 2024-25 financial year, highlighting a nuanced mix of foreign income and capital gains.

FAR Limited shareholders receive clarity as the Australian Taxation Office confirms the recent 8-cent per share capital return is not a dividend for tax purposes.

Lendlease has completed the $235 million sale of its 70% stake in Capella Capital to Sojitz Corporation, advancing its broader $2.5 billion capital recycling strategy aimed at simplifying the group and focusing on core Australian operations.

Santos Limited has received a compelling non-binding proposal from the XRG Consortium to acquire the company at a significant premium, prompting the board to engage in due diligence and negotiations. This move could reshape the Australian energy landscape if finalized.