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PEXA Group reported a robust first quarter for FY26, driven by refinancing growth in Australia and rising momentum in the UK market. The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance while advancing key strategic initiatives including platform modernization and a NatWest partnership.

Austin Engineering has lowered its FY26 revenue and EBIT forecasts due to challenges in key contracts and operational inefficiencies, while outlining strategic measures to restore profitability.

BlueScope has appointed Tania Archibald as its new Managing Director and CEO, succeeding Mark Vassella who retires after eight years. Archibald’s extensive internal experience positions her to lead the company’s next strategic phase.

Challenger Limited has provided a detailed update on APRA’s proposed capital standards, highlighting enhanced capital strength and strategic growth opportunities in the life insurance sector.

Tyro Payments has appointed Nigel Lee as its new CEO, bringing over 25 years of global fintech and payments expertise to lead the company from January 2026. The leadership change signals a strategic push for growth and innovation in Australia’s competitive payments landscape.

Lefroy Exploration has secured final approvals for the Lucky Strike Gold Mine, setting an accelerated timeline for mining and first gold production by March 2026. Partnering with BML Ventures, the company is poised to transition into gold production with strong financial backing.

Rox Resources is poised to commence underground development at its Youanmi Gold Project with the first decline cut scheduled this week, while a Definitive Feasibility Study is due shortly, marking a critical phase in its path to production.

Altech Batteries confirms the strategic importance of its AMPower Agreement, enabling immediate sales and cash flow, while detailing a recent $6 million capital raising and addressing trading compliance issues.

NuEnergy Gas Limited has announced a $4.62 million entitlement offer, primarily to fund early gas sales and development of its Indonesian coal bed methane assets. The offer is partially underwritten by a major shareholder and supports key milestones in the company’s transition to commercial production.

Brightstar Resources has enhanced its leadership team with seasoned mining executives and is advancing its Sandstone project, targeting a resource upgrade in early 2026 as it pursues a +200,000-ounce annual gold production goal.

EQ Resources has set a new monthly tungsten production record at its Barruecopardo Mine in Spain, driven by operational upgrades and new equipment commissioning.

Imricor Medical Systems and Amsterdam UMC have completed the first-ever ischemic ventricular tachycardia ablation fully guided by real-time MRI, marking a major advance in cardiac electrophysiology.