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Santos Limited delays its half-year results amid ongoing acquisition discussions with the XRG Consortium, which faces a four-week wait for final approvals before a binding deal can be signed.

Almonty Industries reported a sharp increase in net loss for the first half of 2025, driven by non-cash accounting adjustments linked to warrant and derivative liabilities, while completing a significant share consolidation and a US$90 million Nasdaq IPO.

Santos Limited has agreed to extend the exclusivity period with the XRG Consortium, allowing more time to finalize due diligence for a potential A$8.89 per share cash takeover. The extension keeps the door open for competing bids, maintaining shareholder options.

Enova Mining has raised $0.85 million to fund a diamond drilling campaign targeting high-grade rare earth elements at its East Salinas Project in Brazil, signaling strong investor confidence and advancing its critical minerals portfolio.

Capstone Copper delivered record Q2 2025 copper production and adjusted EBITDA, underpinned by strong sulphide output and a key environmental permit for its Mantoverde Optimized project. The company reaffirmed full-year guidance amid ongoing growth initiatives and a strengthened balance sheet.

Santos has marked a significant milestone in its Pikka phase 1 project with the safe arrival of critical processing modules in Alaska, pushing the project close to completion and setting the stage for increased production by 2027.

Comet Ridge Limited has made significant progress in its Mahalo Gas Hub development, advancing engineering design, certifying substantial new gas reserves, and securing extended financing to support a Final Investment Decision.

Bass Oil reported steady oil production and a significant cash reserve increase in the June quarter, while strategically acquiring the Vanessa gas field to pivot towards gas production.

Comet Ridge Limited has independently certified 51.8 PJ of 2P gas reserves and 118.5 PJ of 3P reserves at its 100% owned Mahalo East Project, significantly expanding its gas portfolio in Queensland’s Bowen Basin. This milestone advances the Mahalo Gas Hub’s potential as a key new gas supply region for Australia’s east coast.

Karoon Energy reported a 25% jump in net revenue interest production for Q2 2025, driven by operational recovery and the Baúna FPSO acquisition. The company also advanced its Neon development with a significant resource upgrade.

Elixir Energy has advanced its strategic plan in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, appointing a new COO, initiating a major cost reduction, and preparing to drill key exploration and appraisal wells that could unlock significant gas resources.

Santos Limited reported robust operational and financial results for Q2 2025, driven by solid production and cash flow, while its flagship Barossa LNG and Pikka projects advance on schedule. The company also navigates flood impacts and a notable acquisition proposal.