Latest Materials News

GTN Limited projects a sharp fall in FY26 earnings amid tough market conditions but signals a hefty dividend and a rebound in FY27 EBITDA.

Kingston Resources launches a $8.47 million rights issue at a 12.5% discount, backed by a $4.4 million placement, to finance a major drilling campaign and plant expansion at Mineral Hill following the closure of its Pearse South open pit.

Lotus Resources has halted production at its Kayelekera uranium mine due to acid supply interruptions linked to Middle East geopolitics and acid plant issues, while advancing export permits and pursuing new funding arrangements.

Worley has revised its FY26 underlying EBITA impact from the Middle East conflict to up to $60 million, doubling its previous estimate, while also warning of a $50 million hit from foreign currency translation due to a stronger Australian dollar.

Omega Oil & Gas has secured full funding for its 2026/27 appraisal campaign targeting the Taroom Trough, positioning the company to advance one of Australia’s most promising unconventional oil and gas plays.

Aldoro Resources has hit a new high-water mark at its Kameelburg project with drill hole DD008F delivering the thickest and highest-grade rare earth mineralisation to date. The full Phase II assay suite confirms a vast, multi-commodity system and an imminent resource update.

Core Energy Minerals (ASX:CR3) has reinforced the prospectivity of its Tunas Rare Earth Element Project in Brazil with new assay results confirming thick, near-surface mineralisation and elevated yttrium levels, while mineralisation remains open at depth.

Livium is positioning its Envirostream subsidiary to capitalise on the growing battery recycling needs from Australia's booming AI data centre sector, leveraging its EPA-licensed facilities and national network.

International Graphite Limited has inked a non-binding deal with Wogen Pacific to supply micronised graphite and feedstock for its Collie facility, targeting Asia-Pacific markets with an initial three-year term.

Tasmea Limited forecasts over 70% earnings growth in FY27, driven by acquisitions and organic expansion, underpinned by a record order book and strong industry demand.

Alliance Nickel has pushed out the maturity of its unsecured loans by a year to June 2027, increasing the interest rate from 12% to 13%. This move provides ongoing funding as the company advances strategic discussions around its NiWest nickel-cobalt project.

Li-S Energy has secured ISO 9001:2015 certification for its lithium foil production in Geelong and completed its first commercial shipment to a leading Australian battery research institution, marking a key step in establishing a sovereign lithium foil supply chain.