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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has advanced its review of Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a more detailed Phase 2 assessment, signalling potential competition concerns. Ampol remains optimistic about completing the deal by mid-2026 despite the regulatory scrutiny.

European Lithium has sold 5 million shares in Critical Metals Corp for about A$124 million, significantly increasing its cash reserves while retaining a substantial investment valued at over A$1.2 billion.

Terra Critical Minerals has amended its option agreement with ATHA Energy Corp to fast-track uranium exploration at the Pasfield Lake Project, increasing expenditure and drilling commitments in response to rising uranium prices.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing concerns that the deal could significantly reduce competition in key Australian fuel markets.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing significant competition concerns in multiple Australian fuel markets. Ampol’s proposed divestments have so far failed to satisfy the regulator.

EV Resources has secured $600,000 from the sale of its Khartoum Project, redirecting funds to kickstart a maiden drilling campaign at its Los Lirios Antimony Project in Mexico, aiming to define a JORC resource by Q3 2026.

29Metals has successfully closed its institutional entitlement offer, raising approximately $119 million at a notable discount, with a retail offer set to launch later this month. The capital raise aims to fuel key growth projects across its mining portfolio.

Xamble Group Limited has reported a second consecutive quarter of strong revenue growth, driven by rapid expansion in its influencer community and social commerce transactions. The company’s improving EBITDA and strategic financing moves position it well for sustained growth in 2026.

Argent Minerals has announced a significant new high-grade silver discovery at its Kempfield NW Prospect in NSW, extending mineralisation beyond the current resource boundary. The discovery highlights strong potential for resource growth and development at one of Australia’s premier silver-polymetallic projects.

EQ Resources Limited reported record production and processing at its Barruecopardo and Mt Carbine tungsten mines in Q2 FY2026, supported by strong tungsten prices and a successful A$34 million equity raising that strengthened its balance sheet.

Australian Foundation Investment Company reports a 4.6% decline in half-year profit but sustains its interim dividend with a special payout, while portfolio returns lag the benchmark.

Galileo Mining Ltd has responded to an ASX price and volume query, confirming no undisclosed material information exists to explain recent trading activity. The company attributes the surge to positive market sentiment around its Norseman Project and lithium joint venture with Mineral Resources.