Latest Regulatory Developments News

Hot Chili Limited has identified multiple new porphyry copper-gold targets adjacent to its La Verde discovery in Chile, signaling a potential district-scale mineral system. The company plans to advance exploration with phase-two drilling targeting these promising blind deposits.

Smartpay Holdings Limited posted solid FY25 financials with revenue surpassing $104 million, driven by Australian market gains and promising New Zealand pilot progress. The company is advancing its trans-Tasman payments strategy amid regulatory developments.

Terra Uranium has completed key airborne geophysics surveys and is gearing up for a coordinated 2025 drilling campaign on its Athabasca Basin projects, positioning itself to benefit from a strengthening uranium market.

Southern Palladium has secured Environmental Authorisation for its Bengwenyama PGM Project, a crucial step toward mining rights and project development. The company is also refining a phased, lower-capital approach to unlock value and improve financeability.

Regis Resources reports a solid increase in Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves for 2024, driven by significant underground growth at Duketon and Tropicana. Exploration success at key sites underpins confidence in extending mine life and expanding underground operations.

Xanadu Mines has received a takeover bid from Bastion at A$0.08 per share, representing a substantial premium and backed unanimously by the board and major shareholder CAAF. The offer includes a $17.2 million capital injection and is subject to limited conditions.

Botanix Pharmaceuticals has clarified that recent share price movements are linked to a rumored US executive order on drug pricing, confirming no undisclosed material information. The company reassures investors of compliance with ASX disclosure rules amid market speculation.

Macquarie Bank Limited reported an 18% rise in net profit for FY2025, driven by growth in its retail banking segment despite margin pressures, while its commodities business faced subdued markets. The bank maintained strong capital ratios and advanced its risk and technology frameworks amid regulatory scrutiny.

Orica Limited reported a 7.7% increase in revenue to $3.94 billion for the half year ended March 2025, but posted a net loss of $89 million due to significant impairment and restructuring charges. Excluding these items, net profit rose 40% to $250.8 million, with the board declaring a higher interim dividend.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited posted a 7% increase in statutory profit to AUD 3.642 billion for the half year ended 31 March 2025, with stable cash profit and an 83 cent interim dividend. The full integration of Suncorp Bank underpinned lending and deposit growth, while credit impairments eased.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a 9% decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, reflecting margin compression and higher costs, while advancing its digital transformation and sustainability agenda.

James Hardie Industries plc has entered a definitive merger agreement to acquire The AZEK Company Inc. in a $7.8 billion deal, creating a combined leader in outdoor living and home exteriors. The transaction, expected to close in the second half of 2025, will see AZEK stockholders owning approximately 26% of the combined company.