Latest Operational Performance News

The week was split between big earnings reactions and small-cap rocks-and-rigs rallies. Pro Medicus sank despite record numbers, while a handful of explorers jumped on fresh discoveries and policy wins.

Explorers led the Materials tape as fresh drill stories and new ground deals pulled buyers into small caps. Big miners still delivered, but the loudest moves came from companies offering investors a near-term catalyst.

Takeover chatter lit up Pepper Money, while Identitii ran hard after a regulator stepped in. At the other end, AMP slid despite higher profit, as investors weighed leadership change and legal costs.

Austral Resources is set to begin an 18-hole drilling campaign at its Rocklands project to enhance confidence in its copper-gold resource and optimise processing. Results expected through Q3 2026 will inform next steps in resource development and plant efficiency.

Alkane Resources Limited reported a significant jump in Q2 2026 production and revenue following its acquisition of Mandalay Resources, reaffirming its full-year guidance amid strong operational performance.

Alkane Resources has reported record-breaking financial and operational results for the first half of FY2026, driven by strong gold and antimony production across its expanded three-mine portfolio. The company’s robust cash flow and profit position set a confident tone for meeting full-year guidance.

Podium Minerals has disclosed the initial securities interests of its newly appointed directors, highlighting a significant allocation of performance rights to Gary Humphries while Neal Froneman holds none.

Paladin Energy reported a 16% increase in uranium production and a significant rise in sales volumes for the December 2025 quarter, alongside a successful equity raise and debt restructuring that enhance its financial flexibility.

Robex Resources has officially reached commercial production at its Kiniero Gold Project in Guinea, marked by a significant first shipment of over 6,300 ounces of gold. This milestone sets the stage for the company’s strategic growth and upcoming merger plans.

South32 Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of USD 0.039 per share for the six months ending December 2025, payable in multiple currencies on April 2, 2026.

South32 Limited reported a 29% rise in profit for the half year ended December 2025, driven by higher base and precious metals prices and solid operational performance. The company declared a fully-franked interim dividend and maintained its FY26 production guidance, while advancing key projects and managing portfolio transitions.

Origin Energy reported robust half-year results for December 2025, driven by strong Energy Markets performance and significant customer growth, while updating FY26 guidance with higher earnings expectations.