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Terra Critical Minerals has clarified that its recent share price jump is tied to soaring tungsten prices and its acquisition of a key US tungsten project. The company confirms compliance with ASX disclosure rules amid heightened market interest.

Viking Mines has successfully identified multiple new high-priority tungsten targets at its Linka Project in Nevada through cutting-edge gravity and magnetic surveys, prompting an expanded exploration program.

Prairie Lithium has kicked off full construction of its lithium extraction plant in Saskatchewan, deploying innovative prefabricated building methods and preparing to install the largest Direct Lithium Extraction equipment ever built. With 100% of initial output pre-sold, the company is poised to reshape the lithium market.

Argosy Minerals reports a 96% lithium recovery from test works at its Rincon Lithium Project and progresses critical energy infrastructure, moving closer to a final investment decision.

Austin Engineering has addressed ASX concerns over its half-year earnings, confirming compliance with disclosure rules despite downward revisions to FY26 guidance.

Mach7 Technologies has completed its on-market share buy-back, acquiring over six million shares at an average price well below the initial $5 million cap. The move signals a cautious but confident approach to capital management amid evolving market conditions.

Tartana Minerals has launched a targeted $0.435 million upgrade to its Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate plant, aiming to increase production capacity and reliability amid rising copper prices. The move follows positive test results on higher-grade pit fill material, potentially adding new feedstock without extra crushing.

Freehill Mining has raised $1.5 million through a discounted share placement to fund exploration of copper-gold projects in Chile and expand its processing capacity.

New Hope Corporation has extended its on-market share buy-back program to March 2027, reinforcing its commitment to capital management and shareholder value enhancement. The continuation remains subject to market conditions and company discretion.

Orezone Gold Corporation reported a robust 33% revenue increase for FY2025, driven by higher gold prices despite a slight production dip, while advancing its Bomboré hard rock expansion and announcing a major Quebec mine acquisition.

MFF Capital Investments reported a strong half-year net profit of $209.7 million and declared a fully franked interim dividend of 10 cents per share, signaling confidence despite global economic headwinds. The company’s portfolio remains liquid and focused on high-quality holdings as it navigates geopolitical and technological challenges.

MCS Services Limited reported a 32% revenue decline for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside improved EBITDA and no significant impairments. The company is moving forward with a proposed sale of its Highways Traffic business, though an auditor’s going concern warning casts a shadow over its near-term outlook.