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Orica Limited reported a robust first half FY2025 with a 40% rise in NPAT pre-significant items and strong cash flow, underpinned by demand for premium blasting and digital solutions. The company also announced a $400 million share buy-back and a 32% higher interim dividend.

EQ Resources delivered robust operational gains in Q3 FY2025, boosting mining volumes and processing throughput while advancing key plant upgrades and securing significant funding.

BlueScope Steel reported a resilient $309 million underlying EBIT for 1H FY2025 despite depressed steel spreads, announcing a 30 cents per share interim dividend and extending its buy-back program. The company is targeting a $500 million incremental EBIT uplift by 2030 through cost initiatives and strategic growth projects.

BlueScope reported a $179 million net profit for 1H FY2025 amid challenging steel market conditions, while announcing a 30 cents per share dividend and a $240 million buy-back plan. The company is banking on cost initiatives and market recovery to boost earnings in the second half.

Orora Limited reported a robust first half of FY25 with underlying EBIT rising 24.6%, driven by strategic portfolio simplification and organic growth investments despite challenges in the Australian wine market.

Vulcan Steel Limited reported a 12.6% revenue decline and a 64.8% drop in net profit for the first half of FY25 amid challenging market conditions. Despite this, the company achieved a 10% return on capital employed and is positioning itself for growth as economic recovery signs emerge.

BCI Minerals reports robust progress in its Mardie Salt and Potash Project, achieving financial close on a $981 million debt facility and advancing construction beyond the halfway mark. The company maintains a strong focus on sustainability and safety as it targets first salt shipment in Q2 FY27.

Aurelia Metals delivers a robust December 2024 quarter, hitting key production targets and marking a milestone with first concentrate from its Federation ore. The company maintains a strong balance sheet while advancing growth projects.

29Metals delivered a solid December 2024 quarter, meeting production and cost targets while strengthening its balance sheet through a $180 million equity raising and senior debt refinancing. The company is poised to extend its Golden Grove mine life with the Gossan Valley investment.

Pilbara Minerals reported a 14% drop in spodumene concentrate production for December Quarter FY25 amid operational shifts, yet revenue rose 3% driven by higher prices. The company advances its P1000 Project and secures approval to acquire Latin Resources, signaling growth ambitions.

Rio Tinto's Q4 2024 production results reflect steady operational performance with record bauxite output and significant progress on key growth projects like Oyu Tolgoi and Rincon lithium expansion.