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Almonty Industries has been added to the Russell 1000 and 3000 indexes, marking a key milestone in its market capitalization growth and enhancing its visibility among institutional investors.

FortifAI has appointed David Walker and Tim Edwards to its newly formed Advisory Board, reinforcing its push towards the commercial launch of the Nol8 AI Data Plane. These appointments bring heavyweight technology and financial services expertise to the company as it scales.

Taiwanese tech manufacturer FSP Technology has converted its redeemable shares into 44.87 million ordinary shares in Harris Technology, deepening its strategic partnership as Harris expands in Australia's refurbished tech market.

Millennium & Copthorne Hotels New Zealand (MCK) posted robust 2025 revenue gains driven by acquisitions and refurbishments, yet signals a cautious outlook for 2026 as geopolitical tensions and rising costs cloud the horizon.

Gentrack Group delivered steady revenue with a 12% rise in recurring income but saw EBITDA fall due to project delays and investment. The company announced two acquisitions to bolster AI and energy pricing capabilities alongside a $20 million share buyback plan.

Meridian Energy's April 2026 operating report highlights robust hydro inflows and retail sales growth while electricity futures prices continue to decline.

Senetas Corporation reports robust FY2026 progress, completing key Middle East and South American sales while its Menlo Security investment continues to appreciate. The company anticipates revenue growth driven by sovereign encryption demand and new market opportunities.

Energy Metals Limited (ASX: EME) reported a 12% increase in uranium resources at its Bigrlyi Project to 10,900 tonnes U3O8, driven by successful drilling and modelling. The company plans to advance technical studies and further exploration in 2026, supported by a solid cash position and strategic backing from China General Nuclear Power Group.

PT ANTAM TBK sustained strong operational performance in Q1 2026 with robust gold and nickel sales amid favourable market trends, while pushing forward strategic mineral downstreaming projects including Indonesia's integrated battery ecosystem.

First Au Limited has boosted confidence in its Gimlet Gold Project by upgrading 62% of its resource to Indicated, while streamlining its focus on Western Australian gold through the acquisition of the Barlee Project and exiting offshore assets.

Carbonxt Group has secured $750,000 through convertible notes from major shareholder Phelbe Pty Ltd, targeting expansion of its Minnesota pellet manufacturing and increasing its New Carbon Processing stake to 48.1%.

Coppermoly Limited has expanded its Australian footprint by acquiring the Wyemandoo Project in Western Australia, adding high-grade critical minerals to its portfolio. The acquisition enhances exploration potential across a combined 1,805 square kilometres in WA and Queensland.