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Althea Group Holdings has sharply downgraded its FY25 financial guidance, citing significant challenges in its medicinal cannabis division and the strategic withdrawal from a vape product initiative. Despite the setback, the company highlights ongoing growth in its recreational cannabis operations and a strategic refocus on capital efficiency.

Neurotech International has inked a development deal with RH Farma to produce a pharmaceutical-grade cannabinoid drug targeting pediatric neurodevelopmental disorders, leveraging advanced European extraction technology.

Telix Pharmaceuticals has gained UK MHRA approval for Illuccix, its advanced prostate cancer PET imaging agent, promising to alleviate supply shortages and improve diagnostic accuracy across the UK.

Sigma Healthcare has completed its acquisition of Chemist Warehouse, issuing new shares and cash to former shareholders and appointing a refreshed board to steer the merged entity forward.

Island Pharmaceuticals has successfully completed patient dosing in the Phase 2b therapeutic arm of its PROTECT clinical trial for ISLA-101, targeting dengue fever treatment. High-level results are expected within two months, potentially advancing a significant antiviral candidate.

Clarity Pharmaceuticals has expanded its breast cancer pipeline by introducing 64/67Cu-SAR-trastuzumab, supported by promising pre-clinical data and a new supply agreement for trastuzumab, aiming to address the unmet needs in HER2-positive breast cancer treatment.

CSL Limited has announced a USD 1.30 per share dividend for the half-year ending December 2024, marking a steady return for investors despite the payout being fully unfranked.

CSL Limited reported a solid half-year performance with 5% revenue growth and a 7% rise in net profit, driven by strong demand in its Behring and Vifor segments despite challenges in Seqirus. The company reaffirmed its full-year NPATA guidance of 10-13%, signaling confidence in its operational momentum.

CSL Limited posted a robust half-year performance with NPATA rising 5% at constant currency, driven by strong growth in CSL Behring and CSL Vifor despite challenges in its influenza vaccine segment. The company reaffirmed its FY25 guidance, anticipating double-digit earnings growth.

Wellnex Life Limited has announced a non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise approximately $22.1 million at $0.65 per share, supporting its planned AIM listing and strategic growth initiatives.

Arovella Therapeutics has requested a voluntary suspension of its ASX-listed securities pending a material announcement on a capital raising, expected by 17 February 2025.

Wellnex Life Limited has initiated a $22.1 million entitlement offer priced at $0.65 per share, coinciding with its proposed dual listing on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market, driven by strong UK institutional interest.