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BKI Investment Company Limited reported a 10% increase in net profit after tax to $34.3 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2025, alongside a modest rise in its interim dividend. The company’s portfolio performance reflected mixed sector trends amid a volatile market.

Brightstar Resources has released an updated feasibility study for its Goldfields Project, projecting $1 billion in pre-tax free cash flow and a 74% internal rate of return, setting the stage for a Final Investment Decision in March 2026.

Anson Resources has kicked off a revised drilling program targeting lithium brines in Utah and secured a $14 million capital raise, alongside a key offtake agreement for its Green River Lithium Project.

Prominence Energy has completed its acquisition of the Gawler Natural Hydrogen Project, gaining a significant foothold in Australia's emerging natural hydrogen and helium sector. The company is advancing technical evaluations and preparing for early 2026 field surveys to validate its promising geological prospects.

Voltaic Strategic Resources has refined its exploration models at Meekatharra and confirmed significant rare earth and gallium mineralisation at Paddys Well, setting the stage for a focused drilling campaign in 2026 backed by a strong cash position.

Alpha HPA Limited reports strong progress on its HPA First Project Stage 2 construction and secures binding supply contracts for 2026 in the booming semiconductor sector, while launching a $225 million equity raise to fund expansion.

Elixinol Wellness Ltd reported a 9.5% revenue increase in Q4 FY25 alongside a 30% cut in operating costs, achieving its first underlying operating cash flow positive quarter. The company’s strategic acquisitions and e-commerce growth underpin a clear path to profitability.

Syntara Limited has made significant strides in its clinical pipeline, launching new trials and receiving key regulatory designations, positioning 2026 as a pivotal year for the company.

Aeris Resources delivered solid Q2 FY26 results with copper equivalent production of 10.1kt at competitive costs, strengthened its balance sheet by repaying debt, and reported promising exploration outcomes that could underpin future growth.

Terramin Australia has made significant progress on its Tala Hamza zinc project and Kapunda copper recovery tests while navigating legal challenges at Bird in Hand. The company also completed a $38.3 million rights issue to strengthen its balance sheet and fund development.

VBX Limited has announced significant enhancements to its Wuudagu Bauxite Project, increasing mining rates and securing $2 million in funding to support an expanded feasibility study.

Alpha HPA Limited has raised A$225 million in a fully underwritten placement to fund the commercialisation of Stage 2 of its High Purity Alumina project, with strong backing from the National Reconstruction Fund Corporation. This capital injection positions the company to become the world’s largest single-site HPA manufacturer, supporting critical semiconductor supply chains.