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European Lithium (ASX: EUR) and Critical Metals Corp (NASDAQ: CRML) have agreed to prolong their exclusivity period to finalise a binding scheme of arrangement. The proposed deal would see CRML acquire 100% of EUR's shares and listed options, with EUR shareholders receiving CRML shares at a fixed exchange ratio.

Aland Equity Group (ASX: AEG) reveals advanced talks on a property funds management transaction linked to its chairman, explaining recent unusual share price activity.

SPC Global Holdings (ASX: SPG) has voluntarily suspended trading of its shares pending details of a proposed equity raising, with the suspension expected to last until 11 May or until the announcement is made.

Alma Metals has raised $4 million through an oversubscribed placement to fund critical drilling and pre-feasibility studies at its Briggs Copper Project, reinforcing investor confidence and positioning the company for increased joint venture control.

European Lithium (ASX: EUR) has affirmed its compliance with ASX continuous disclosure rules following its announcement of a non-binding merger proposal with Critical Metals Corp. (CRML). The company detailed its negotiation timeline and rationale for the timing of its market disclosures.

Helix Resources (ASX:HLX) is set to consolidate its securities on a 1-for-35 basis, dramatically reducing the number of shares, options, and performance rights on issue. The move aims to streamline the capital structure ahead of upcoming exploration milestones.

Whitefield Income Limited has declared fully franked monthly dividends of 0.583 cents per share for April through June 2026, delivering an annualised yield of 8.3% based on the March 31 share price. The company continues its approach of combining steady monthly payments with potential half yearly top-ups.

Fonterra has completed a major $3.2 billion capital return to its shareholders through a Court-approved scheme, with payments scheduled for mid-April 2026.

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) has moved closer to fully acquiring Barrenjoey Capital Partners, proposing to increase its ownership to 100% through a share issuance. The transaction, valued at approximately A$1.6 billion, has received positive market response and awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

The Savana US Small Caps Active ETF (ASX:SVNP) posted a 1.28% gain in March 2026, outperforming the S&P 600 benchmark by 1.46%, supported by USD/AUD currency appreciation despite a modest portfolio decline amid geopolitical tensions.

Schaffer Corporation Limited (ASX:SFC) has closed its prior on-market share buy-back program that ended on 30 June 2025 and announced the commencement of a new buy-back, with further details pending.

PEXA Group has dismissed any undisclosed information behind its recent share price drop, attributing market moves to a preliminary IPART pricing consultation paper.