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Amplitude Energy has locked in a binding gas sales agreement with AGL Energy for 20 PJ of gas from the East Coast Supply Project, contingent on drilling results and set to start in mid-2028.

Australian Ethical’s funds under management slid 3.7% to $13.57 billion in Q3 2026 amid market volatility, but the firm bolstered growth with a new $125 million private markets fund backed by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation and solid middle market client wins.

Infinity Mining (ASX:IMI) has pinpointed significant gold and copper anomalies in the Pilbara, with historic samples hitting 240 g/t gold and 7.8% copper. The company plans surface sampling and drilling this winter, while appointing geologist Steven Wood to its board.

WA Kaolin Limited has halted its 2026 offtake agreement with Dak Tai Trading following an ASX notification of a Listing Rule 10.1 breach. The company plans to seek shareholder ratification by mid-May while continuing ad hoc sales under arm's length terms.

Atomos Limited has obtained a new $10 million finance facility from Commonwealth Bank of Australia to support strategic growth initiatives and product development, while also reducing the cost of its existing loan. The company reconfirms its FY26 revenue and EBITDA guidance despite ongoing global uncertainties.

Aspen Group (ASX: APZ) has delivered robust operational and financial results for the nine months ending 31 March 2026, showing significant growth in rental income, development profits, and earnings. The company confirms it remains on track to meet its full-year guidance for FY26 and FY27 amid a supportive market environment.

Hansen Technologies has updated its dividend announcement, specifying a DRP price of AUD 5.08 per share alongside a fully franked 5 cent dividend for the half-year ending December 2025.

Westpac Banking Corporation has announced a fully franked distribution of AUD 1.3609 per Westpac Capital Note 7, reflecting a 5.3991% annualised rate for the quarter ending June 22, 2026.

Group 6 Metals has extended its offtake agreement with global trader Traxys, locking in a multi-year supply of tungsten concentrate valued at US$1.75 billion. This deal strengthens G6M’s market access amid growing demand for critical minerals.

Insurance Australia Group has updated its dividend announcement to include key pricing details for its Dividend Reinvestment Plan, confirming a fully franked payout with no discount on reinvestment shares.

Amplitude Energy and O.G. Energy have locked in a foundational gas sales agreement with EnergyAustralia, committing to supply 30 PJ of gas from the East Coast Supply Project starting in late 2028. This deal marks a significant step toward the project's development amid ongoing negotiations with other buyers.

Norwood Systems has arranged a $200,000 working capital facility from a shareholder-related lender, aiming to support near-term liquidity and growth initiatives.