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Magnum Mining & Exploration Limited is intensifying its US asset review, spotlighting promising rare earth elements and critical minerals prospects at its Parker Gold and Buena Vista Iron projects amid shifting geopolitical priorities.

Viva Energy's half-year results reveal a resilient Commercial segment offsetting pressures in Refining and Retail, as the company advances its retail transformation and cost synergy targets.

Locksley Resources has partnered with Rice University to pioneer domestic antimony processing in the US, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign supply and support critical defense and energy sectors.

Arafura Rare Earths pushes forward with equity funding for its Nolans Project, targeting a €100 million investment from Germany’s Raw Materials Fund amid rising geopolitical tensions reshaping the rare earths landscape.

Lithium Universe Limited reveals progress on its Bécancour lithium refinery and secures innovative photovoltaic recycling technology, positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable lithium supply.

Metcash Limited reported an 8.9% rise in FY25 sales revenue to $17.3 billion and an 8.6% increase in underlying EBITDA, driven by strong Food pillar growth and the acquisition of Superior Foods. However, declines in Liquor and Hardware EBIT tempered overall profit growth.

American Rare Earths has expanded its Halleck Creek Rare Earth Project resource by 12.2% to 2.63 billion tonnes with improved grades, reinforcing its role in securing U.S. critical mineral independence.