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Moody’s Ratings has affirmed APA Group’s Baa2 (stable) credit rating and lowered the downside FFO/Debt threshold from 8% to 7%, reinforcing APA’s financial footing for future growth. This follows a similar adjustment by S&P last December that expanded APA’s debt capacity by over $1 billion.

SRJ Technologies’ subsidiary ACE has secured a multi-year contract with Divetech, part of AD Ports Group, to deliver robotic inspection services across the UAE maritime network, potentially generating up to US$1.3 million over 18 months.

Legacy Iron Ore has boosted its Mt Celia gold resource by over half, now holding 390,150 ounces, underpinning its ongoing heap leach pre-feasibility study and signaling potential for further growth.

Cleanaway has trimmed its FY26 EBIT forecast to $460-$480 million, citing a $20 million hit from rising fuel and logistics costs linked to the Middle East war. The company leans on contractual fuel cost pass-throughs and strategic supply deals to cushion the blow.

Ariadne Australia’s latest nine-month update reveals strong growth in its Orams subsidiary but a $5.2 million estimated total loss driven by currency headwinds and market declines in key investments.

Tamboran Resources Corporation is extending its capital raise with a partially underwritten retail entitlement offer worth up to A$27 million, following a US$163 million institutional and public offering. The proceeds will accelerate drilling and resource delineation in the Beetaloo Basin, aiming to underpin first gas sales in 2026.

Horizon Oil’s Letter of Intent with Power and Water Corporation for a new Mereenie gas sales deal has expired without replacement, prompting a suspension of planned infill drilling and a notable cut to capital expenditure forecasts.

Element 25 has secured $18 million through a share placement to fund the expansion of its Butcherbird Manganese Project, aiming to increase output to 1.1 million tonnes annually and support its US battery-grade manganese facility.

Stavely Minerals has locked in A$4 million through a heavily oversubscribed placement, backing its upcoming Thursday’s Gossan Scoping Study and exploration programs. The raise underscores investor confidence ahead of key milestones.

GQG Partners reported a decline in funds under management to USD 162.5 billion at the end of March 2026, driven by significant net outflows partially offset by strong investment returns amid market volatility.

Black Cat Syndicate has fully transitioned its Lakewood facility to process ore exclusively from its Fingals and Majestic mines, supported by a $20 million expansion plan to increase capacity and operational flexibility.

Synlait Milk Limited confirms extended product release times and supply chain disruptions following The a2 Milk Company's update on its China infant formula business. The company maintains no FY26 guidance amid persistent industry risks.