Latest Strategic Investment News

CTI Logistics expects a 75% increase in profit before tax for FY26, driven by strong revenue growth and operational efficiencies in Western Australia despite relocation expenses.

DGR Global is sharpening its focus on copper and gold exploration in Queensland and Ecuador while pursuing a potentially lucrative damages case linked to Armour Energy's liquidation. The company also plans a share buy-back to unlock shareholder value.

Australian Rare Earths (ASX: AR3) has announced a maiden Ore Reserve of 26 million tonnes at 920 ppm TREO for its Koppamurra Rare Earths Project, underpinned by a robust Pre-Feasibility Study delivering an A$858 million post-tax NPV and a rapid payback of less than one year.

Echo IQ has locked in a binding Heads of Agreement with Pro Medicus for a strategic A$20 million investment and a US commercial partnership to accelerate adoption of its AI-powered cardiac diagnostic platform.

Taiwanese tech manufacturer FSP Technology has converted its redeemable shares into 44.87 million ordinary shares in Harris Technology, deepening its strategic partnership as Harris expands in Australia's refurbished tech market.

Amara Minerals has completed a $2.2 million placement by issuing 440 million shares at a 25% premium, backed by a $500,000 cornerstone investment from Nova Minerals. The funds will fuel drilling at its Victorian gold-antimony projects and support broader exploration ambitions.

Nickel Industries is investing US$169 million for a 17.5% stake in the PT Teluk Metal Industry HPAL project, aiming for production by September 2027 and leveraging its exclusive ore supply from Sampala.

Reliance Worldwide Corporation plans to shutter its brass manufacturing in Melbourne, citing declining volumes tied to automation and supply chain shifts, while targeting a US$9 million boost to operating earnings by FY27.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced a quarterly distribution of AUD 1.6148 per MQGPE capital note, payable in September 2026. The payment is partly franked and based on a 3-month BBSW plus a fixed margin, reflecting a 6.41% annualised yield.

Power Minerals is advancing its Morro do Ferro Rare Earth Project in Brazil with a mineralogical program focused on high-value magnet rare earth elements, aiming to improve project economics and streamline development.

Aspermont Limited now expects sustainable operating cashflow positivity in the second half of FY27, delayed from Q3 FY26 due to extended sales cycles on key enterprise contracts.

PLS Group has greenlit a substantial pre-FID spend to keep its P2000 lithium expansion on track, aiming for a final investment decision by late 2026 and first ore by mid-2029.