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Aston Minerals and Torque Metals have secured court approval for their merger schemes, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in the mining sector. Trading of Aston Minerals shares will be suspended from May 29 as the merger moves toward implementation.

UOA Development Bhd reported a striking surge in first quarter 2025 revenue and profit, driven by strong sales and ongoing project progress. The company’s robust unbilled sales pipeline signals sustained growth ahead.

Talius Group Limited has secured shareholder approval to consolidate its shares on a 10-for-1 basis, aiming to better align its capital structure with industry peers. The move affects all ordinary shares and performance rights, effective June 4, 2025.

RAS Technology Holdings has boosted its annualised recurring revenue to $21.1 million, driven by strategic acquisitions and a flurry of new contracts. The company’s expanding global footprint signals strong momentum heading into FY26.

Podium Minerals Limited has launched a fully underwritten $2.6 million entitlement offer to fund advanced metallurgical testing at its flagship Parks Reef Project, aiming to enhance platinum group metals recovery and concentrate grades.

Victory Metals Limited has raised $4 million in a placement supported by top shareholders and company leadership, aiming to fast-track the Pre-Feasibility Study and development of its flagship North Stanmore Heavy Rare Earth Project in Western Australia.

NoviqTech and Livium have partnered to digitise and tokenise the environmental benefits of battery recycling, aiming to enhance transparency and compliance in the critical minerals supply chain.

Ovanti Limited updates shareholders on ongoing CEO recruitment for its US BNPL division and delays in selling its 21% stake in IDSB, highlighting strategic flexibility amid uncertain timelines.

ALS Limited has successfully completed a $350 million institutional placement, issuing 21 million new shares to fund key laboratory upgrades and maintain financial flexibility. The company also launched a $40 million share purchase plan to further support its growth ambitions.

QPM Energy has refinanced its debt with two new funding agreements totaling $70 million from Dyno Nobel, strengthening its balance sheet and enabling accelerated growth in its gas supply and energy portfolio.

Infratil Limited reported a robust FY2025 with operational EBITDAF nearing NZ$1 billion, driven by strong performances across its core infrastructure sectors and a strategic capital raise to fuel CDC Data Centres’ expansion.

REA Group has confirmed it is under investigation by the ACCC concerning its subscription offerings, signaling potential regulatory scrutiny for the property tech giant.