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Greatland Resources delivered solid gold and copper production in the March 2026 quarter, boosting cash reserves to $1.208 billion and maintaining debt-free status. The company expects FY26 production to meet or slightly exceed guidance.

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.

Kelsian Group’s UK arm has clinched a five-year Liverpool bus franchising contract worth $80 million, marking a strategic foothold in the UK’s evolving public transport sector.

Ardea Resources has successfully raised $340,000 through a Shareholder Purchase Plan following a $5 million placement, demonstrating shareholder confidence despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Microequities Asset Management Group reports a significant decline in Funds Under Management due to global market volatility but maintains strong profitability and liquidity.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has announced increased fully franked monthly dividends for Q2 2026, reflecting robust portfolio performance since its April 2025 IPO. The diversified investment strategy combining Australian equities and investment grade corporate debt has outperformed its benchmark by 6%, delivering both income growth and reduced volatility.

Syrah Resources has opened its retail entitlement offer to raise approximately A$104 million, supported by strategic funding proposals from US and Australian government-linked entities. The capital raise aims to underpin the ramp-up of its Balama graphite mine and Vidalia anode material facility.

AVITA Medical has lodged a new $200 million shelf registration with the SEC, renewing its capacity to issue various securities in the US market. While no immediate capital raising is planned, this move preserves the company’s financial agility for future growth opportunities.

Challenger Limited has welcomed APRA’s new capital framework for longevity products, set to ease capital requirements and reduce risk for providers, supporting Australia’s evolving retirement income market.

Centuria Office REIT has successfully refinanced $1 billion of debt, reducing margins by around 30 basis points and extending debt maturity to 4.3 years, with no expiries until FY29. This move signals strong lender confidence amid a volatile interest rate environment.

Impact Minerals has raised A$2 million through a strategic placement to advance its High Purity Alumina project and explore new industrial minerals opportunities in Western Australia.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company Limited has completed its merger with Brickworks Limited, creating a diversified investment group with a $13.8 billion portfolio and reporting a $2.3 billion statutory profit for 1H26.