Latest Strategic Equity Investments News

Mitchell Services Limited reported a solid half-year performance with revenue up 3% to $102.4 million and EBITDA soaring 69% to $21.4 million, returning to profit after a prior loss. The company declared a fully franked 4 cent dividend, reflecting strong cash flow and disciplined capital management.

Star Minerals has entered a strategic partnership with Catalyst Metals, securing a gold milling agreement for its Tumblegum South project and selling its West Bryah Basin copper-gold assets for $2.75 million. Catalyst also commits to a $1 million equity placement in Star Minerals, underpinning the company’s development plans.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has achieved a critical environmental milestone for its Colossus Rare Earth Project in Brazil and secured significant financing commitments, positioning the project for construction in the second half of 2026.

Cambium Bio has strengthened its financial footing with a $0.6 million R&D tax refund and a $2.4 million strategic placement, setting the stage for pivotal Phase 3 clinical trials of its lead ophthalmology candidate.

CurveBeam AI has received official Chinese regulatory approval for a strategic $10 million investment from WEGO Orthopaedics, marking a major step in its expansion into Greater China. The initial $4 million tranche at a premium share price is expected imminently, underpinning a decade-long commercialisation deal.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has secured a pivotal US$50 million Letter of Support from Export Finance Australia, finalising the export credit agency-led debt package for its Colossus Rare Earths Project. This milestone positions the project to advance towards full funding and a Final Investment Decision in the second half of 2026.

US1 Critical Minerals has raised $1.5 million in a strategic equity placement led by Nasdaq-listed Snow Lake Energy, bolstering its U.S.-focused critical minerals ambitions and appointing Avi Geller to its board.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in a €2.2 billion financing package to fully fund Phase One of its Lionheart lithium and renewable energy project in Germany, marking a pivotal move from development to construction. The project aims to supply Europe with low-carbon lithium for electric vehicle batteries alongside renewable power and heat.

360 Capital REIT has completed a $10 million structured equity investment in a new Sydney apartment project, boosting its FY26 earnings forecast by 10% without raising capital.

South32 reported a robust September quarter with a 12% rise in copper equivalent production and a 33% surge in manganese volumes, while advancing key projects and maintaining full-year guidance.

Mount Gibson Iron Limited has agreed to acquire a 50% interest in the Central Tanami Gold Project, marking a strategic shift towards gold production while maintaining steady iron ore operations at Koolan Island.

Rewardle Holdings clarifies its complex relationship with CloudHolter and updates on Pepper Leaf loan litigation, addressing ASX concerns over financial reporting delays.