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SDI Limited reported a steady FY2025 with a slight profit increase, driven by growth in aesthetic and whitening products and the launch of its new amalgam replacement, Stela. The company also announced plans for a new factory to boost production capacity.

Reef Casino Trust has lodged a supplementary statement revealing delays in regulatory approvals that are likely to extend the takeover bid timeline by Iris Cairns Property. The board maintains its recommendation to accept the offer despite the uncertainty.

A former director of Emu NL has lodged a formal application with the Takeovers Panel, contesting the legitimacy of a recent $1.4 million institutional placement and alleging undisclosed attempts to influence board control.

Sunshine Metals Limited will lift its trading suspension on 24 November 2025 following a key Supreme Court ruling. Investors await details on the court outcome that triggered the suspension.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited has reaffirmed its position as the world’s largest metallurgical coal export facility with full contracted capacity through 2028 and unveiled detailed plans for a significant terminal expansion.

Nufarm Limited has announced Rico Christensen as its new CEO, effective January 2026, succeeding Greg Hunt who will stay on as advisor until mid-2026. Christensen brings three decades of global agricultural sector expertise and a strong operational focus.

Solvar Limited reported solid FY25 results with profit growth, a significant dividend hike, and a positive outlook for FY26 driven by loan originations and commercial lending expansion.

Sarama Resources Ltd reported a $1.9 million loss for the first nine months of 2025 while securing A$2.7 million in equity funding and advancing a $242 million arbitration claim against Burkina Faso over mining permit expropriation.

Infratil Limited reported a 7% rise in operational EBITDAF to NZ$514 million for the first half of FY26, driven by strong performances from Longroad Energy and CDC Data Centres. The company also announced significant divestments, including its 20% stake in Fortysouth and a legacy property asset, while maintaining its interim dividend.

Metal Bank Limited has successfully closed a $2.42 million entitlement offer, bolstering its capacity to advance gold projects in Western Australia and critical minerals exploration in Queensland.

Block, Inc. reported a modest 2% revenue increase in Q3 2025 driven by growth in its Cash App and Square segments, alongside a $461.5 million net income. The company issued $2.2 billion in senior notes and repurchased $1.5 billion in stock, while navigating ongoing regulatory scrutiny and legal challenges.

Nine Entertainment reported a resilient FY25 with strategic transformation gains, digital subscription growth, and a major capital return following the sale of its Domain stake. Leadership changes and regulatory challenges frame its path forward.