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Pilbara Minerals has delivered a robust start to FY26, boosting lithium production and revenue while cutting unit costs at its Pilgangoora operation. The company also advances key growth projects amid a volatile lithium market.

Globe Metals & Mining has completed the first tranche of its $8.67 million placement, raising $6.96 million and converting $540,000 of convertible loans to equity, significantly reducing its debt ahead of the Kanyika Niobium Project’s Final Investment Decision.

Nordic Resources Ltd has initiated a 5,000m diamond drilling program at its Kopsa gold project in Finland, unveiling new magnetic targets and bolstering its senior management team. The company also raised over A$10 million in institutional capital, underpinning a combined gold equivalent resource of 1.23 million ounces across its Finnish assets.

Jade Gas Holdings Limited (ASX – JGH) has launched a $2.1 million Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders new shares at a 12.5% discount, aiming to accelerate commercial gas production and LNG facility development.

Athena Resources reports strong assay results from Byro South and produces a premium 70.55% iron concentrate, advancing its green iron ambitions through a strategic partnership to develop the Mid West Green Iron Project.

Tourism Holdings Limited (thl) reported a challenging FY25 with a significant profit decline but is confident in a growth rebound supported by international tourism recovery and strategic initiatives.

Empire Resources has completed a 42-hole air core drilling campaign at its Yuinmery Project, targeting copper-gold mineralisation, with assay results pending. Recent reverse circulation drilling has already revealed encouraging copper-gold intercepts, underpinning the company’s exploration momentum.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a resilient Q3 2025 with a £3.3 billion profit, despite a significant motor finance charge and completed acquisition of Schroders Personal Wealth. The bank revised its 2025 guidance, reflecting steady income growth and strong capital generation.

Pro-Pac Packaging Limited has appointed voluntary administrators as it confronts financial distress, initiating a process to stabilise operations and explore strategic options including sale or recapitalisation.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund – Class A, an actively managed fixed income fund now available on the ASX. The fund aims to deliver returns exceeding the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index with a medium risk profile and transparent fee structure.

Icetana Limited reports a strategic pivot to a SaaS-driven revenue model with recurring income now dominating its sales, despite a 49% drop in total revenue for FY25. A landmark partnership with SoftBank Robotics aims to fuel growth in Japan and beyond.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Global Growth Fund – Class A, an actively managed ETF listed on the ASX aiming to outperform the MSCI World ex Australia Index with a strong ESG commitment and a 0.90% management fee.