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Coronado Global Resources launched a structural reset targeting cash flow improvement, with Buchanan mine doubling EBITDA despite weak markets, while Logan mine was idled amid persistent High Vol challenges and a $160 million impairment is expected.

Noble Helium has secured $12 million in a two-tranche placement to advance its North Rukwa helium project in Tanzania, positioning itself as a key player amid a global helium supply disruption caused by Middle East conflicts.

Gale Pacific reported a $1.3 million operating cash outflow in Q3 FY26 amid Middle East geopolitical tensions but strengthened its net cash position by $18 million year-on-year. The company is executing a revised strategy focused on expanding its US commercial footprint and diversifying manufacturing beyond China.

Qube Holdings Limited is set for a $9.3 billion cash takeover by a Macquarie-led consortium, with court approval granted to convene shareholder meetings in June. The scheme offers shareholders a 28% premium and is backed by an independent expert's fair and reasonable opinion.

Iron Road Ltd faces headwinds in securing partners for its Central Eyre Iron Project amid market and energy volatility, delays drilling at Mulgathing due to flooding, but reports promising heavy mineral sands results and evolving land option dynamics at Cape Hardy.

Mirvac Group reported robust operational results in 3Q26, driven by a 28% jump in residential sales, high occupancy across its investment portfolio, and a successful $630 million capital raise for its wholesale office fund. The company reaffirmed its FY26 guidance amid cautious risk management.

Ampol reported a robust first quarter in 2026, with refinery margins soaring to US$25.45 per barrel and production up 10%, while securing fuel supplies through May despite geopolitical tensions.

Treasury Wine Estates is reshaping its global operations into four regional divisions to sharpen market execution and efficiency. The company reports improved third-quarter sales in China and the US, bolstered by luxury brand Penfolds, while securing $300 million in new debt to strengthen liquidity beyond $1 billion by fiscal 2026 end.

Iluka Resources scaled back mineral sands output in Q1 2026 amid operational idling and market caution, while capital expenditure on its Eneabba rare earths refinery hit $977 million with commissioning progressing.

Bank of Queensland’s statutory profit fell 20% to $136 million in 1H26, weighed down by a $31 million loss on its equipment finance portfolio sale. The bank advances its digital transformation and plans a $3.7 billion capital release with Challenger Limited, maintaining strong capital and dividend guidance.

South32's March quarter saw a tragic fatality at Worsley Alumina and weather disruptions, yet the miner delivered solid operational results and progressed its Hermosa zinc-lead-silver project. Production guidance was mostly maintained, with a notable revision lower for Australia Manganese due to water management issues.

Compumedics maintains robust sales momentum but faces FY26 revenue timing challenges due to MEG installation delays and a cautious Somfit D rollout. The company expects solid year-on-year growth and positions for improved execution in FY27.