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PYC Therapeutics has gained FDA alignment on the design of its pivotal Phase 2/3 trial for VP-001, a promising treatment for the rare childhood blindness RP11. The regulator accepted the trial’s sham control arm and primary endpoints, setting the stage for a critical next step toward drug approval.

Metcash Limited reported an 8.9% rise in FY25 sales revenue to $17.3 billion and an 8.6% increase in underlying EBITDA, driven by strong Food pillar growth and the acquisition of Superior Foods. However, declines in Liquor and Hardware EBIT tempered overall profit growth.

Stockland has announced an estimated unfranked dividend of AUD 0.172 per security for the first half of FY25, accompanied by a Dividend Reinvestment Plan offering a 1% discount.

Stockland has announced an estimated distribution of 17.2 cents per security for the second half of 2025, maintaining its full-year guidance. The company also offers a 1% discount through its Distribution Reinvestment Plan, encouraging shareholder participation.

Ardea Resources reports significant progress on the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project’s Definitive Feasibility Study, completing key drilling and advancing permitting to support a multi-decade nickel-cobalt operation.

EV Resources has appointed Miguel Barahona as President of its Mexican subsidiary to lead the restart of the Los Lirios open pit antimony mine, signalling a strategic push to advance its operations in Oaxaca.

Smartpay Holdings has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by US-based Shift4 Payments for NZ$1.20 per share, representing a significant premium and a near NZ$300 million valuation. The deal, recommended unanimously by Smartpay’s board, awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Hamelin Gold has completed the second tranche of its share placement, issuing new shares to directors and granting options to lead managers, signaling strong backing ahead of its exploration ambitions.

Lithium Universe Limited has announced a $1.7 million capital raising via a two-tranche placement to fund the development of its Bécancour Lithium Refinery in Canada, alongside R&D initiatives and working capital needs.

betr Entertainment has unveiled a compelling all-scrip takeover offer for PointsBet, featuring an $80 million selective buy-back to provide liquidity and promising significant value creation for shareholders.

GPT Group has announced an estimated distribution of 12.0 cents per stapled security for the first half of 2025, setting the stage ahead of its interim results release in August.

North Stawell Minerals Ltd (ASX – NSM) has opened a $2.1 million non-renounceable entitlement offer to fund key gold exploration projects in Victoria. This follows a $1.5 million placement, together raising $3.6 million to advance drilling and development.