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COSOL Limited anticipates solid revenue and earnings growth for FY25 despite some contract timing setbacks, with a promising outlook for FY26 driven by data analytics and managed services expansion.

Podium Minerals Limited has announced a fully underwritten entitlement offer to raise approximately A$2.6 million, aimed at advancing metallurgical test work and maintaining its expanded tenement package for the Parks Reef PGM Project.

Asra Minerals Limited has launched a substantial options offer linked to a recent $3 million placement, aiming to enhance liquidity and satisfy obligations under the placement. The company plans to list these options on the ASX by the end of June 2025.

IDP Education has revised its FY25 guidance, forecasting a sharp decline in student placements and language testing volumes due to persistent immigration policy uncertainty across key markets including the UK, Australia, Canada, and the US.

Babylon Pump & Power Limited (ASX – BPP) announces transformational acquisitions of Blue Hire and Matrix Hydro Services, significantly expanding its equipment rental and water management capabilities. The company is funding this growth through a $3.5 million entitlement offer and a $21.2 million debt facility, targeting a doubling of EBITDA by FY26.

EV Resources Limited has agreed to sell its Yanamina Gold and Silver Project in Peru to Daura Gold Corp for US$6 million, a move that will bolster EVR’s cash reserves and sharpen its strategic focus.

Askari Metals has reported partial uptake in its recent entitlement offer for new options, raising about half of the targeted funds, with plans underway to complete the shortfall. The move supports ongoing exploration projects in lithium and uranium.

Lunnon Metals has revealed promising results from sterilisation drilling near its Lady Herial gold deposit, uncovering a new stacked gold structure that could expand resource potential.

ReadCloud Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with revenues up 13% and statutory profit soaring 214%, driven by significant growth in its Vocational Education & Training segment.

MAC Copper Limited has entered a binding agreement for acquisition by Harmony Gold, offering shareholders a compelling 32% premium and signalling a major consolidation in the copper mining sector.

ALS Limited delivered a robust FY25 performance with 16% revenue growth to $3 billion and underlying EBIT rising 4.7% to $515 million, driven by strong organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The company is advancing its Nuvisan integration ahead of schedule and has unveiled a $230 million investment plan to expand key laboratories, positioning itself for sustained growth amid market uncertainties.

Lincoln Minerals has confirmed historical high-grade copper, lead, zinc, and silver assays at its Minbrie project through re-assaying legacy drill core, reinforcing the prospect's district-scale potential in South Australia’s Gawler Craton.