Latest Sustainability Financing News

Small caps did the heavy lifting this week, led by two big discovery stories in resources. Funding raises and takeover moves kept attention on who can pay for the next step, not just promise it.

Big moves came from consumer fintech names as investors quickly re-priced growth, losses, and capital needs. A capital-raise week also split the market: some raisings steadied prices, others triggered fresh selling.

Lotus Resources reports steady progress at its Kayelekera uranium mine despite supply challenges, while its Letlhakane project shows promising metallurgical advances. The company targets full production and first shipments in the second quarter of 2026.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a robust 2025 performance with a 12% rise in statutory profit before tax and upgraded its 2026 guidance, underpinned by strong loan growth and digital innovation. The Group also announced significant shareholder returns totalling £3.9 billion, including dividends and a share buyback programme.

Noble Helium has received a further unsecured loan of AUD 250,000 from its Executive Chair to support working capital, highlighting management’s confidence amid ongoing refinancing efforts.

Oceania Healthcare reports a robust interim result for the six months to September 2025, with significant earnings growth, improved sales, and a reduction in debt gearing. The company’s strategic focus on cost control, capital management, and sustainable care delivery underpins its positive outlook despite housing market headwinds.

5E Advanced Materials reports progress on its California boron project with a new feasibility study and equity raises, while highlighting ongoing funding uncertainties.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a solid $6.9 billion net profit for FY25, underpinned by strong deposit growth and ongoing digital transformation, while advancing ambitious sustainability targets.

Westpac Banking Corporation reported a slight 1% decline in net profit to $6.916 billion for 2025, while maintaining a strong capital position and progressing its UNITE transformation program. The bank declared a fully franked final dividend of 77 cents per share, underscoring its commitment to shareholder returns amid ongoing economic challenges.

Fortescue Ltd has initiated a US$600 million tender offer to repurchase select senior notes, aiming to streamline its debt profile and support sustainability financing efforts.

Arena REIT reported a robust 17% increase in net operating profit for FY2025, underpinned by strong portfolio management and development activity, while raising its distribution guidance by 5.5% for FY2026.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a robust first half in 2025, with net income up 6%, strong lending growth, and a 15% increase in its interim dividend. The bank reaffirmed its 2025 guidance and expressed confidence in meeting ambitious 2026 targets.