Latest Market Volatility News

Air New Zealand has halted its full-year 2026 earnings guidance following a sharp spike in jet fuel prices triggered by Middle East conflict, introducing uncertainty into its financial outlook.

Novo Resources Corp. has issued a prospectus offering free New Options to recent placement participants and joint lead managers, aiming to support its exploration projects in Western Australia and Victoria. The options, exercisable at A$0.15 and expiring in three years, could raise significant capital upon exercise, subject to shareholder approval.

Pilot Energy has locked in a $25 million equity subscription facility with US-based LDA Capital, aiming to fast-track its carbon storage and data centre projects while reducing funding risks.

Australian Vanadium Limited has raised $7.5 million through a targeted placement to accelerate its vertically integrated vanadium strategy, including the Kalgoorlie battery energy storage project.

Stakk Limited defies the tech sector slowdown by securing nine new institutional clients in February, adding $1.67 million in annualised recurring revenue and reinforcing its AI-driven platform’s market traction.

Capstone Copper has reported record-breaking copper production and adjusted EBITDA for Q4 and full-year 2025, while progressing key expansion projects and maintaining stable guidance for 2026.

MFF Capital Investments reported a strong half-year net profit of $209.7 million and declared a fully franked interim dividend of 10 cents per share, signaling confidence despite global economic headwinds. The company’s portfolio remains liquid and focused on high-quality holdings as it navigates geopolitical and technological challenges.

Resolution Minerals has completed the acquisition of the Johnson Creek Tungsten & Antimony Mill and 2,000 tonnes of tungsten ore stockpiles near its Horse Heaven Project in Idaho, positioning itself to fast-track critical mineral production in the US.

Orion Equities reported a modest loss of $11,051 for the half-year ending December 2025, with net tangible asset backing per share holding steady at $0.42. The company’s investment portfolio, notably in Strike Resources and Bentley Capital, remains central to its financial position.

TerraCom Limited reported a significant half-year loss amid falling coal prices and production challenges, completing a $56 million capital raise to strengthen its financial position.

HALO Technologies reports a strategic pivot towards APAC growth and a UK business model overhaul, alongside a 16% revenue decline and increased net loss in FY25.

Halo Technologies Holdings Ltd posted a $17.4 million loss for 2025, widening from $14.5 million the previous year, as revenue fell 16%. The company completed a $3.9 million rights issue and announced a strategic pivot in its UK operations.