Latest Materials News

RareX Limited has achieved a major regulatory milestone with the granting of a Mining Lease for its Cummins Range Project in Western Australia, significantly reducing development risk and paving the way for focused metallurgical optimisation and mine planning.

High-Tech Metals is targeting a Wagtail-scale gold discovery at the untested Bullock prospect while fast-tracking financial studies to bring Wagtail and Damsel deposits closer to production.

Amanda Lacaze, the CEO who transformed Lynas Rare Earths from a struggling startup to an ASX50 powerhouse, has announced her retirement. The company is now searching for a new leader to guide its next growth phase.

Horizon Oil has approved a strategic $1.5 million investment to install a booster compressor at its Nam Phong gas field in Thailand, aiming to increase production by at least 40% by mid-2026.

Endeavour Group reports modest sales growth in the first half of FY26, driven by strong momentum at Dan Murphy’s and BWS, despite retail margin compression from price investments. Significant one-off costs related to warehouse changes weigh on profits.

Fletcher Building’s Q2 FY26 volumes edged up modestly from the previous quarter, buoyed by gains in light building products, while heavy materials continued to decline amid ongoing margin pressures.

King River Resources has addressed recent share price and volume spikes, denying undisclosed information and highlighting its significant Tivan Limited holding and ongoing Tennant Creek exploration.

Antilles Gold has officially commenced construction on its Nueva Sabana copper-gold mine in Cuba, backed by a $35 million funding package and a $29.5 million EPC contract with Shandong Xinhai Mining. Initial gold production is targeted for early 2027, promising strong financial returns.

Findi Limited has resumed trading on the ASX following a key announcement about a strategic investment secured by its Indian subsidiary, signaling renewed investor interest.

Findi Limited’s Indian arm has locked in a A$72 million strategic investment from Nova Global, setting the stage for rapid growth in ATM deployments and digital payments. Alongside this, the company has refreshed its board with seasoned financial services experts to steer its next phase.

Osmond Resources has raised A$6.6 million through a discounted placement to fund its 2026 work program targeting titanium, zircon, and rare earth extraction in Spain. The capital boost positions the company to progress its Orión EU Critical Minerals Project amid growing EU demand for local supply.

Firebird Metals has commissioned its proprietary equipment for producing advanced lithium-manganese-rich cathode materials at its China pilot plant, aiming to start production in February 2026 with customer samples planned for later in the year. The project is co-funded by strategic partner Taza Metal Technologies, reducing capital risk and accelerating development.