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Viva Energy’s 3Q2025 update reveals modest sales growth driven by commercial fuel demand, refinery margin gains, and ongoing cost-cutting efforts amid leadership changes.

LGI Limited has secured $56.2 million through a fully underwritten institutional placement and a Share Purchase Plan to fast-track its renewable energy projects and expand operating capacity beyond 80 MW. The capital raise underpins the company’s strategic growth in landfill biogas recovery and battery storage solutions amid rising energy market volatility.

Aura Energy has made significant strides in funding and development of its Tiris Uranium Project in Mauritania, while legislative progress in Sweden could unlock value at its Häggån Polymetallic Project. Rising uranium prices and secured offtake agreements underpin a positive outlook.

Lynch Group Holdings Limited proposes a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by Hasfarm Bidco at a 23% premium, with unanimous board support and an independent expert endorsement. Shareholders will vote in November on a deal that would delist Lynch from the ASX.

EDU Holdings reports a 26% rise in new student enrolments for Term 4, 2025 compared to the prior term, signaling resilience amid sector softness and recent regulatory changes.

Basin Energy has confirmed substantial uranium mineralisation across three key projects in northern Sweden, validating historical data and positioning itself ahead of the anticipated lifting of Sweden's uranium exploration ban in 2026.

Peppermint Innovation is repositioning as a digital wallet operator targeting the vast Philippine cooperative sector, aiming to scale rapidly and generate predictable revenue from one million active users.

Challenger Limited reported a solid 4% increase in total Life sales to $2.5 billion in Q1 FY26, buoyed by strong annuity sales and strategic partnerships. The company reaffirmed its FY26 earnings guidance while highlighting upcoming regulatory changes expected to benefit the sector.

360 Capital Group (ASX, TGP) has received a $0.31 per security unconditional takeover offer from TT Investments, with the Independent Board Committee unanimously recommending acceptance in the absence of a superior proposal. The offer, supported by an independent expert, provides a premium to recent trading prices and offers certainty of cash consideration.

COG Financial Services is raising A$20 million through an institutional placement to acquire an additional 14.08% stake in Fleet Network, increasing its ownership to over 92%. This move is expected to immediately enhance earnings per share and support COG’s strategic growth in novated leasing and salary packaging.

EDU Holdings reports a remarkable 82% increase in total student enrolments at its Ikon Institute for Trimester 3, 2025, driven by strong demand and new course offerings amid evolving regulatory conditions.

Bank of Queensland announces a $170 million goodwill impairment in its retail banking unit for FY25, reflecting structural industry changes but maintaining strong cash earnings and capital ratios.