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Nufarm Finance (NZ) Limited reported a 4.1% increase in net profit after tax to NZD 10.35 million for the half-year ended 31 March 2025, driven by higher interest rates. The company declared an interim distribution of NZD 4.31 per security, payable in October 2024.

Sietel Limited’s half-year results to March 2025 reveal an 11% revenue drop and a near 50% plunge in net profit, reflecting tough market conditions in property leasing and startup investments.

Catalyst Metals Limited has secured A$150 million in equity to fund organic growth and exploration across its flagship Plutonic Gold Belt and Bendigo Gold Belt projects. The company aims to nearly double gold production to around 200,000 ounces per annum while reducing costs through strategic acquisitions and infrastructure leverage.

Restaurant Brands posted a record $1.4 billion in sales for FY24, alongside a 62.6% surge in net profit, despite ongoing inflation and economic uncertainty. The company remains cautious on FY25 guidance but is focused on margin improvement and strategic growth.

Myer Holdings reports a 1.9% increase in total sales for the second half of fiscal 2025 despite inflationary pressures and operational hurdles at its new distribution centre. The retailer outlines interim logistics solutions and previews its upcoming Growth Strategy.

Australis Oil & Gas reported a robust 2024 performance with strong safety and environmental records, maintaining strategic focus on its Tuscaloosa Marine Shale asset despite challenging market conditions.

EQ Resources Limited has successfully raised $18.8 million through a share placement, complemented by a $3 million Share Purchase Plan, to fund its tungsten mining projects and reduce debt.

The ACCC has decided not to oppose Insurance Australia Group’s proposed acquisition of RACQ Insurance, finding that competition in Queensland’s motor and home contents insurance markets remains robust despite the deal.

Kali Metals has expanded its Marble Bar Gold Project by acquiring a strategic tenement adjacent to a significant gold-in-soil anomaly, increasing its project area to approximately 96 square kilometres. The acquisition enhances exploration continuity and efficiency amid rising gold prices.

betr Entertainment has successfully closed the retail portion of its $130 million equity raise, securing funds to advance its strategic acquisition of PointsBet Holdings.

360 Capital Group has wrapped up a significant off-market buy-back and announced a new on-market buy-back initiative, signalling a strategic move to enhance shareholder value using excess cash.

Constellation Resources has withdrawn its initial entitlement offer and launched a revised plan to raise $2.52 million by issuing new shares at a lower price, aiming to fund exploration and working capital.