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Critica Limited has dispatched an upgraded composite concentrate from its Jupiter Project to ANSTO for independent hydrometallurgical testing, aiming to produce a Mixed Rare Earth Carbonate (MREC). Complementary assessments by Minutech will help optimise processing routes and support upcoming feasibility studies.

5E Advanced Materials has released a robust Preliminary Feasibility Study for its Fort Cady Project in California, highlighting a 39.5-year mine life and strong economics with a pre-tax NPV7 of US$724.8 million and a 19.2% IRR.

5E Advanced Materials has released a comprehensive Preliminary Feasibility Study for its Fort Cady boron project in California, outlining robust economics and a 39.5-year mine life. The study highlights strong market fundamentals amid tightening global boric acid supply.

Energy Transition Minerals Ltd (ETM) has won the bid for the Penouta mine in Spain, the EU’s sole tin-tantalum-niobium producer, raising A$10 million to support the acquisition and development amid regulatory hurdles.

Infinity Lithium secures a three-month extension for its San José lithium project amid regulatory challenges, while reshuffling its board to pivot towards Australian precious metals.

Resolution Minerals has expanded its critical minerals footprint with the acquisition of the Horse Heaven Project in Idaho, complementing its Australian assets and setting the stage for a NASDAQ listing.

Cobre Limited reports strong metallurgical results from its Botswana copper projects alongside a successful AU$1.68 million capital raising, setting the stage for upcoming resource estimates and environmental approvals.

American Rare Earths Limited reports strong progress at its Halleck Creek Rare Earths Project, highlighted by exceptional sampling results, key permitting milestones, and a $15 million equity raise to fund development.

Cygnus Metals reports standout drilling results at its Chibougamau project, highlighting the new Golden Eye prospect and Corner Bay deposit, supported by a strong A$18.3 million capital raise to accelerate development.

Nordic Resources has expanded its gold inventory by 34%, adding 264,000 ounces from its newly updated Hirsikangas project in Finland, lifting total resources to 1.23 million ounces gold equivalent.

Predictive Discovery’s Definitive Feasibility Study confirms the Bankan Gold Project in Guinea as a large-scale, long-life operation with robust economics and strong production potential.

Australian Critical Minerals has agreed to acquire Circuit Resources, gaining a substantial portfolio of gold, copper, silver, zinc, lead, and lithium projects in Peru, unlocking immediate drill-ready targets with significant exploration upside.