Latest Options News

Pengana International Equities has raised its fully franked quarterly dividend to 1.4 cents per share, reflecting confidence in its earnings. Meanwhile, the company’s Independent Board Committee continues to evaluate strategic options, promising an update by February’s end.

Green & Gold Minerals reports outstanding high-grade gold drill results from Mt Wandoo and Little Wandoo, accelerating its development plans and expanding resource potential.

Energy Fuels Inc. has announced a binding agreement to acquire Australian Strategic Materials Ltd (ASM) in a deal valuing ASM at approximately A$447 million, offering shareholders a 121% premium. The acquisition aims to establish a vertically integrated Western rare earths supply chain, aligning with critical minerals strategies between the US and Australia.

Tivan Limited has made significant strides in its critical minerals portfolio, securing a $51.3 million strategic investment and progressing key feasibility studies across multiple projects.

BCAL Diagnostics has launched its Avantect pancreatic and ovarian cancer tests in Australia, alongside expanding clinical data and establishing a national registry for its BREASTESTplus breast cancer test.

Anteris Technologies has launched a $200 million public offering alongside a $90 million strategic investment from Medtronic, aiming to accelerate its DurAVR heart valve clinical trials and manufacturing expansion.

Evolution Mining has reported a stellar December quarter, delivering record cash flow and reaffirming its FY26 production targets with improved cost efficiency. Despite a weather disruption at Ernest Henry, the company’s operations and growth projects remain on track.

VHM Limited has made significant strides in developing its Goschen Rare Earths and Mineral Sands Project, securing substantial funding and critical regulatory approvals while expanding its resource base.

WIN Metals has reported promising shallow gold mineralisation at its Radio Gold Project in Western Australia, reinforcing plans for a potential production restart in 2026. Key drill results and surface sampling confirm multiple near-surface targets across the project.

Eagle Mountain Mining has launched a Placement Options Offer for 61.3 million options attaching to recent placement shares, potentially raising $1.23 million upon exercise. The offer supports ongoing exploration and strategic initiatives in Arizona copper projects.

Mayfield Childcare Limited’s board has issued a Target’s Statement recommending shareholders reject Embark Early Education’s unsolicited takeover offer, citing undervaluation and significant risks. The offer, which includes a scrip or cash option, is seen as opportunistically timed amid Mayfield’s operational turnaround.

EcoGraf’s maiden exploration in Tanzania delivers promising high-grade gold results, including a standout 4.45 g/t sample at Hazina, while a strategic farm-in with AngloGold Ashanti begins on the Golden Eagle project.