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WCM Global Growth has secured full underwriting for its $6.5 million Dividend Reinvestment Plan tied to a fully franked 2.35 cents per share final dividend. The issue price is due on 22 September, with the new shares scheduled for issue eight days later.

Cygnus Metals shareholders delivered overwhelming proxy support for Central Asia Metals’ proposed takeover, but the transaction still faces a Kazakhstan regulatory decision and possible court-date delay. Final poll results were not included in the chairman’s address and are expected separately.

The Takeovers Panel has replaced previous interim orders on Forrestania Resources’ takeover bid for Zenith Minerals with fresh orders that prevent Forrestania from closing the bid until the Panel’s proceedings conclude or two months pass.

PT ANTAM (ASX:ATM) posted a 6% increase in net sales to Rp62.71 trillion in the first half of 2026, driven by steady gold, nickel, and bauxite sales. Profit after tax surged 34% to Rp6.91 trillion, supported by improved margins and foreign exchange gains.

Nuix posted a robust FY26 with 18.8% revenue growth and a 179% jump in Nuix Neo ACV, driving a 60% rise in core EBITDA. The company’s strategic pivot to platform value and AI integration sets the stage for continued expansion.

EQT Holdings has received a nonbinding takeover proposal from TPG Global valuing the company at A$24.55 per share. The offer hinges on multiple conditions including due diligence, regulatory approvals, and board endorsement.

Rubik Australia has officially acquired 100% of Qube Holdings shares through a scheme of arrangement, with Qube set to be delisted from the ASX on 17 August 2026.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia delivered a solid FY26 with 7% growth in net profit and a strong capital position, while continuing investments in AI and customer protection.

Phoslock Environmental Technologies increased production significantly in the June quarter but faced a higher operating cash flow deficit and ongoing legal disputes.

Credit Clear's subsidiaries ARMA and Force Legal are defending allegations by the ACCC of Australian Consumer Law breaches related to debt collection communications over a three-year period.

Sequoia Financial Group has pushed back its interim dividend payment to 29 June 2026 due to unresolved court proceedings and negotiations over the sale of its InterPrac subsidiary. The Federal Court has set a tight timetable for filings on the Share Sale Agreement status, with a potential hearing in July.

QEM Limited has pushed back the deadline to complete due diligence on its planned acquisition of two U.S. critical minerals projects, citing legal and environmental concerns that require further investigation.