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N1 Holdings delivered record settlement volumes and a 127% surge in quarterly cash receipts despite challenging market conditions, driven by disciplined funding and operational efficiency.

8common Limited reported a 7% rise in SaaS revenue to $1.2 million in Q3 FY26, backed by fresh government contracts and cost cuts. The fintech is on track to deliver full year EBITDA positive and maintain solid operational cash flow.

Santos delivered a steady first quarter with production up 3% year-on-year, driven by Barossa's initial cargoes and Pikka phase 1 nearing first oil. Free cash flow held firm at $383 million, while a key Moomba optimisation project received final investment approval.

Beam Communications (ASX:BCC) reported a modest operating cash inflow of $64K in Q3 FY26, driven by aggressive cost cuts after exiting the Zoleo business. The company’s cash pile surged to $16.4 million following the Zoleo divestment, underpinning a proposed $0.14 per share capital return.

Cavalier Resources has secured a $4 million placement at an 11.95% discount to the 15-day VWAP, funding critical pre-production activities at its Crawford Gold Project. This capital injection complements ongoing negotiations for a US$13 million gold prepayment and a A$5 million loan, advancing the project toward production.

Macro Mining Services has partnered with Austral Pacific to tap into gold tailings and stockpiles at the Paris Gold Mine, aiming to turn historical waste into revenue through a 50:50 profit share after expense recovery.

Prospect Resources has significantly boosted its Mumbezhi Copper Project resource base by 63%, lifted contained copper by 50%, and secured A$45 million in fresh capital to fund an aggressive drilling campaign starting May 2026.

Sandfire Resources faced a tragic fatality at its Magdalena mine and production challenges in Q3 FY26, yet sustained financial strength and advanced its Kalkaroo project, keeping full-year copper equivalent guidance intact.

Black Cat Syndicate posted solid operating cash flow of A$61 million in the March quarter, driven by the ramp-up at Kal East and a strategic $20 million expansion of the Lakewood processing facility. The company also reported a 95% increase in antimony resources at Mt Clement, signaling growth potential beyond gold.

Lefroy Exploration (ASX: LEX) is launching a focused 4,000m drilling program at its Mt Martin Gold Project to expand its 439,000-ounce resource, alongside an imminent Mineral Resource Estimate update reflecting stronger gold prices and revised economics.

Elevra Lithium delivered a strong March 2026 quarter with record revenues, operational improvements at North American Lithium, and progress on multiple growth fronts, supported by a robust cash position.

Lion Energy has secured funding for its East Seram Bula Karang-1 exploration well, reduced capital risk by divesting its Seram (Non-Bula) PSC stake, and put green hydrogen development on hold pending commercial clarity.