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Halo Technologies Holdings Ltd reported a $6.06 million half-year loss, narrowing from last year’s $8.04 million, while preparing an $11 million rights issue to bolster its finances amid auditor concerns over asset valuations.

Apiam Animal Health posted modest FY25 revenue growth but saw net profit plunge due to asset impairments, while receiving a non-binding acquisition proposal from Adamantem Capital.

Ian Ferrier, founder and long-standing board member of Energy One Limited, has sold a portion of his shares but reassures investors of his ongoing commitment to the company.

Decidr AI Industries has locked in a $3.9 million underwriting agreement with Morgans Corporate Limited to back the exercise of listed options expiring this month, providing crucial funding ahead of its DecidrOS Beta release.

Coles Group Limited reported solid FY25 results with strong supermarket growth, digital acceleration, and significant sustainability achievements. The company’s investments in automation and customer experience underpin its positive outlook for FY26.

Sayona Mining has secured shareholder approval for its merger with Piedmont Lithium, with completion slated for August 30, 2025. The deal promises to reshape the lithium supply landscape and unlock significant growth potential.

Vital Metals Limited has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares pending a key announcement on a capital raise, following an ASX price and volume query.

HUB24 Limited reported robust FY25 results, driven by a 34% surge in platform funds under administration and a 44% rise in underlying net profit after tax. The company expanded its adviser base and boosted dividends, reinforcing its leadership in Australia's wealth management technology sector.

Santana Minerals has raised A$63 million through a fully underwritten placement and a Share Purchase Plan to fast-track development of its Bendigo-Ophir Gold Project, attracting strong support from international and domestic investors.

HeraMED Limited has resumed trading on the ASX following the release of its quarterly reports and a significant capital raising announcement, marking a pivotal moment for the medical device company.

PIES Holding Co and Activeport Group have launched a strategic joint venture to integrate AI-driven low-code/no-code tools with advanced network orchestration software, aiming to transform telecommunications and data centre operations globally.

MotorCycle Holdings Limited (ASX, MTO) has agreed to acquire Peter Stevens Motorcycles and Harley Heaven, expanding its footprint across Australia with 15 new dealerships and enhancing its digital retail capabilities.