Latest Regulatory Environment News

Perpetual Limited has extended its exclusivity agreement with Bain Capital into early 2026 as discussions continue over the potential sale of its Wealth Management business. While progress is steady, no binding deal is yet assured.

Variscan Mines has secured government approval for its Preliminary Mining Plan, enabling critical pre-works and trial mining at the San Jose Mine in Spain. This milestone accelerates the company’s strategy to restart production with minimal capital expenditure.

Liberty Metals has exercised its option to acquire full ownership of a strategically significant portfolio of Brazilian critical minerals projects, positioning itself firmly in the global supply chain for titanium and rare earth elements.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has announced a fully franked quarterly dividend of AUD 1.311 per security on its Capital Note BENPH, payable in March 2026. This distribution reflects a steady income stream aligned with the terms set out in the 2020 prospectus.

Viking Mines Ltd is set to acquire six tungsten projects in Nevada, including the historically productive Linka Project, supported by a $750,000 investment from American Tungsten Corp. This move positions Viking to tap into critical mineral demand amid soaring tungsten prices and geopolitical supply risks.

ECS Botanics is strategically preparing for entry into the US medicinal cannabis market, leveraging its EU-GMP certification and proprietary genetics amid evolving regulatory landscapes.

Bank of Queensland Limited has announced a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.2412 per Capital Note 3 security, payable in March 2026. The distribution reflects a 4.9784% annualised rate based on the BBSW plus a margin.

The ASX has suspended trading of Olympio Metals and Thorney Technologies shares due to delayed periodic report filings, highlighting ongoing compliance challenges for both companies.

Vintage Energy has signed a formal agreement to acquire Metgasco's 25% interest in the Southern Flank joint ventures for $5.9 million, advancing its strategic position in key gas assets.

4DMedical has locked in $30.2 million through an underwriting agreement ensuring full exercise of its listed options, lifting its cash reserves to $63.7 million and setting the stage for a pivotal year in commercialising its CT – VQ™ technology.

Locate Technologies has secured court approval for its scheme of arrangement, marking a pivotal shift as its shares suspend trading on the ASX ahead of a planned delisting and NZX listing.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 1.6883 per security for its perpetual capital notes, payable in March 2026. The distribution features a partially franked yield reflecting current market interest rates.