Latest Materials News

Chariot Resources Ltd has voluntarily suspended trading on the ASX as it finalises a significant financing arrangement, with an announcement expected by 20 February 2026.

Kingston Resources reports robust high-grade polymetallic assay results from underground drilling at Mineral Hill, reinforcing resource confidence and de-risking near-term mining plans.

American West Metals has appointed a top Washington DC advisory firm to deepen US government engagement for its West Desert Project, aiming to establish the first domestic indium supply chain amid critical minerals supply risks.

Hearts and Minds Investments Limited reported a dramatic 97% drop in half-year comprehensive income to $3 million, with a largely flat investment portfolio and a significant write-down of Corporate Travel Management shares. Despite this, the company declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.5 cents per share.

EV Resources has successfully produced its first metallic antimony ingots from the Los Lirios project in Mexico, validating a low-cost smelting process and advancing its strategy to supply the North American market.

Vicinity Centres reports a robust FY26 interim profit of $805.6 million, driven by strong leasing and portfolio premiumisation, including the strategic acquisition of Uptown in Brisbane.

SGH Ltd and Steel Dynamics have jointly submitted a best and final offer of A$32.35 per share to acquire BlueScope Steel, valuing the company at A$15 billion and representing a significant premium over recent trading prices.

Venari Minerals has revised its Exploration Target for the Red Mountain Lithium Project in Nevada, revealing a potential lithium resource up to 18.6 million tonnes of Lithium Carbonate Equivalent. The company plans extensive drilling and sampling in 2026 to expand and upgrade this promising resource.

Dexus has reported a strong half-year result with a $348.5 million profit turnaround, robust leasing growth, and strategic capital moves including a $950 million equity raise and a 10% on-market buyback.

INOVIQ Limited reported a $3.96 million net loss for H1 2026, driven by increased R&D spend, while securing $10.2 million to accelerate its exosome-based cancer diagnostics and therapeutics pipeline.

Strickland Metals reports robust gold intercepts from recent drilling at the Gradina Deposit within its Rogozna Project in Serbia, highlighting significant potential to expand the resource. The company is well-capitalised and gearing up for further exploration and resource updates.

Euro Manganese Inc. reported progress on its Chvaletice and Bécancour manganese projects, securing funding amendments and advancing permitting despite ongoing financial pressures. The company is positioned to benefit from growing demand for high-purity manganese in lithium-ion batteries amid evolving market dynamics.