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GrainCorp has lowered its FY26 earnings guidance, citing persistent global oversupply and weak grain prices that are squeezing margins and volumes. The agribusiness is accelerating cost controls while maintaining a strong balance sheet to navigate these headwinds.

Bowen Coking Coal maintained steady production in the December quarter despite ongoing administration and a challenging market, though rising costs and a 12% sales dip highlight operational pressures.

Titanium Sands Limited has lodged key Industrial Mining License applications for its Mannar Heavy Minerals project in Sri Lanka, progressing environmental approvals and securing funding as the country finalises a new mineral policy.

Evion Group has bolstered its cash reserves to $2.3 million following a strategic placement and secured a $1.5 million expandable graphite sales agreement in the US, while advancing its Maniry Graphite Project in Madagascar with strong EU backing.

Austral Resources has acquired the Lady Loretta mine from Glencore for A$45.5 million, significantly expanding its copper resource base and strengthening its cash position. This strategic move consolidates tenure adjacent to the Lady Annie Copper Mine and supports Austral’s ambition to become a mid-tier copper producer in North-West Queensland.

Clean TeQ Water Limited reported strong operational progress in Q2 FY26, highlighted by a $19 million contract with Rio Tinto and a successful $6 million capital raise. The company is advancing multiple water treatment and critical minerals projects globally.

Carbonxt Group Limited reported a strong 72% revenue increase to $3.8 million in Q2 FY26, driven by robust demand and strategic progress at its Kentucky facility, which is poised to triple group sales. The company also increased its stake in New Carbon Processing, advancing its North American growth ambitions.

FirstWave Cloud Technology Limited has completed a $2.66 million capital raise alongside an operational restructure, setting the stage for its strategic pivot to AI-powered compliance management. The company expects a cash-flow positive quarter ahead, supported by key contract renewals and anticipated R&D rebates.

QEM Limited is progressing its strategic review of the Julia Creek Vanadium and Energy Project while advancing key environmental studies and managing capital prudently.

Bathurst Resources reported a first-half FY26 EBITDA of NZD 16 million, maintaining its full-year guidance despite export challenges and cost pressures. Key development projects in New Zealand and Canada continue to advance steadily.

TerraCom Limited reported a stable operational quarter despite logistical challenges impacting coal shipments and cash flow, while successfully raising A$60 million to bolster liquidity. The Blair Athol mine life was extended to 2033, underpinning the company’s long-term outlook.

The Calmer Co. International Limited has reported a second consecutive quarter of revenue exceeding $2 million, driven by strong U.S. growth and record monthly sales in December. The company’s strategic focus on wholesale and B2B extract channels underpins its confidence in reaching breakeven this fiscal year.