Latest Market Volatility News

Lodestar Minerals launches a pro-rata bonus issue of Loyalty Options to existing shareholders, offering potential future capital without immediate dilution. The options are exercisable at $0.01 until August 2029, aiming to reward long-term investors and support company growth.

Domain Holdings Australia’s acquisition by CoStar Group has been approved by the Supreme Court of NSW, triggering a trading suspension on ASX and setting key payment dates for shareholders.

Liontown Resources has secured approximately A$266 million through a fully underwritten institutional placement, complemented by a share purchase plan, to accelerate the transition of its Kathleen Valley lithium project to 100% underground mining by Q3 FY26. This capital raising strengthens the company’s balance sheet amid challenging lithium market conditions.

Liontown Resources launches a fully underwritten A$266 million placement, anchored by a A$50 million cornerstone investment from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation, to bolster its balance sheet and support growth at Kathleen Valley.

Tamawood Limited has posted an 18.5% increase in revenue for the year ended June 2025, alongside a modest rise in net profit, while maintaining a strong balance sheet and reinstating its dividend reinvestment plan.

Syrah Resources has initiated a fully underwritten A$70 million equity raising alongside a two-year forbearance agreement with the US Department of Energy, supporting its Vidalia and Balama operations. The retail entitlement offer opened on 6 August and closes on 20 August 2025.

Lincoln Minerals Limited has announced a pro-rata renounceable entitlement issue to raise approximately $1.5 million, partially underwritten by Mahe Capital Pty Ltd, to fund exploration across multiple projects including copper, uranium, graphite, and magnetite.

Savana Asset Management’s US Small Caps Active ETF (ASX, SVNP) has demonstrated resilience and strategic differentiation in its first nine months, navigating volatile markets with a contrarian, value-driven approach. A standout investment in Kohl’s Corp highlights the fund’s disciplined algorithmic strategy amid meme-stock mania.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks Limited have unveiled plans to merge via inter-conditional schemes, creating a new ASX-listed entity, Topco. The combination promises enhanced liquidity, portfolio diversification, and a stronger balance sheet, with expert endorsement affirming its benefits for shareholders.

Argo Investments has announced a record fully franked final dividend of 20 cents per share, marking an 11.1% increase, supported by a full-year profit of $259.8 million and strong portfolio performance.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson reports a solid FY25 with rising net asset value and a 27th consecutive dividend increase, outperforming market benchmarks despite volatility.

Northern Minerals Limited reported a $5.1 million cash outflow from operations in the June quarter but bolstered its balance sheet with a $42.4 million equity raise, ending the period with $24.3 million in cash.