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Whitehaven Coal has received stable BB+ and Ba1 credit ratings from major agencies, alongside investment grade BBB- ratings for its senior secured debt, underpinning its US$1.1 billion refinancing strategy.

Resolute Mining has approved the final investment decision for its Doropo Gold Project in Côte d’Ivoire, initiating construction in the first half of 2026 and aiming to boost annual gold output beyond 500,000 ounces by 2028.

St George Mining has formed a strategic alliance with Brazilian nanotechnology firm Nanum Nanotecnologia to enhance the processing and commercialisation of rare earth elements from its Araxá Project, aiming to upgrade high-value magnet and heavy rare earth concentrations.

Frontier Energy has secured indicative senior debt terms worth around $220 million for its Waroona Renewable Energy Project, moving closer to finalising financing and supply contracts. The company is also considering mezzanine financing to optimise its funding structure.

Imugene Limited has launched a $20 million capital raising through a $12 million institutional placement and an $8 million Share Purchase Plan, alongside a convertible notes amendment to support its clinical development pipeline.

WA Kaolin Limited has responded to ASX queries clarifying that its Q2 FY2026 order book was a demand snapshot, not a sales forecast, and confirmed timely disclosure of a production shortfall linked to plant issues. The company also addressed regulatory notices, affirming no material impact on operations or securities value.

Evolution Energy Minerals has successfully closed an oversubscribed $4 million rights issue, supplemented by a $150,000 follow-on placement, bolstering funds for key exploration and development projects.

Immutep Limited has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares on the ASX pending the release of a key announcement regarding the interim futility analysis of its TACTI-004 Phase III trial. The suspension underscores the market’s anticipation of potentially pivotal clinical trial results.

Careteq Limited has successfully raised $2.2 million through a two-tranche share placement, with a significant portion subject to upcoming shareholder approval. The funds aim to support project acquisitions, debt reduction, and working capital needs.

RLF AgTech has completed its restructuring phase and is now shifting gears towards aggressive commercial execution under new CEO Stuart Upton. The company outlined its growth strategy and financial results in a recent investor webinar, signalling a clear path to profitability.

ABx Group has secured partnerships in two major Australian Government R&D initiatives aimed at advancing rare earths refining and exploration technologies, accelerating development of its ionic clay rare earth project in Tasmania.

Argo Global Listed Infrastructure Limited has announced a fully franked dividend of AUD 0.045 per share for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside updated Dividend Reinvestment and Substitution Share Plan prices.