Latest Market Volatility News

Ricegrowers Limited (SunRice) has reactivated its Dividend Reinvestment Plan for the FY25 final dividend, offering shareholders a discounted share purchase option backed by a $10 million partial underwriting.

Charger Metals NL has secured a significant farm-in agreement with Rio Tinto Exploration to fund up to $43.7 million at its Lake Johnston lithium project, while confirming high-grade spodumene discoveries at multiple prospects. The company also highlights promising exploration potential at its Bynoe Lithium Project in the Northern Territory.

High-Tech Metals Limited has appointed Tyler Formica to its board following a $2.5 million capital raise, while the company begins its search for a new CEO after not extending Warren Thorne's contract.

Vulcan Steel has extended the relaxation of its banking covenant thresholds through June 2026, reinforcing its liquidity position amid uncertain economic conditions.

The Reject Shop held a virtual Scheme Meeting approving Dollarama's $6.68 per share acquisition offer, reflecting a substantial premium and unanimous board support. The deal now awaits Federal Court approval, with implementation expected by late July.

North Stawell Minerals Ltd (ASX – NSM) has opened a $2.1 million non-renounceable entitlement offer to fund key gold exploration projects in Victoria. This follows a $1.5 million placement, together raising $3.6 million to advance drilling and development.

Auric Mining has launched mining operations at the Munda Gold Mine Starter Pit, marking a key milestone with the first blast and steady progress toward October completion. The company is poised to expand with plans for a larger pit next year amid a bullish gold market.

Staude Capital Global Value Fund Limited (GVF) launches a Share Purchase Plan offering existing shareholders a chance to invest up to $30,000 at a price near its net asset value, following nearly five years without a capital raise.

Coronado Global Resources has finalised a US$150 million secured lending facility to bolster its liquidity, supporting ongoing expansion and cost-saving efforts amid a tough coal market.

Lakes Blue Energy has raised $6.5 million through a fully underwritten placement to fund the drilling and testing of its Wombat 5 appraisal well in Victoria, positioning itself to address looming gas shortages on Australia’s east coast.

Winsome Resources signals it is unlikely to exercise the Renard Option by August 2025 due to ongoing lithium market volatility, while maintaining strong focus and funding for its flagship Adina Lithium Project.

Contact Energy's May 2025 report reveals a decline in mass market sales yet highlights improved generation efficiency and rising netback prices, alongside steady progress on key infrastructure projects.