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Nufarm reported a mixed 1H25 result with a strong rebound in crop protection profits contrasting a steep decline in seed technologies earnings, prompting a strategic review of the latter business.

Nufarm Limited posted a 3% revenue increase to $1.81 billion for the half-year ending March 2025, driven by Crop Protection growth, yet profits fell sharply due to omega-3 inventory write-downs and higher costs. The company withheld its interim dividend amid ongoing operational challenges.

Catapult Group International Ltd reported a milestone FY25 with ACV exceeding US$100 million, driven by strong SaaS growth and record profitability. The company’s innovative product launches and improved cost efficiencies underpin a confident outlook for FY26.

Catapult Group International has reported a milestone FY25, surpassing US$100 million in Annualized Contract Value and delivering a record US$8.6 million in free cash flow, underscoring its growing dominance in sports technology.

Catapult Group International Ltd reported a 16.5% increase in revenue to $116.5 million for FY25, driven by strong subscription growth and improved operational efficiency. The company narrowed its net loss after tax to $8.8 million, signaling progress in its global sports technology strategy.

Ardea Resources has received a $1.2 million R&D tax incentive rebate from the Australian Government, reinforcing its innovative work at the Kalgoorlie Nickel Project and strengthening its financial position.

Yandal Resources has unveiled comprehensive diamond drilling results from its Siona discovery, revealing broad zones of gold mineralisation with promising higher-grade veins. The company is set to launch a significant air-core drilling campaign at Caladan, aiming to expand its exploration footprint.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited has announced a quarterly dividend of 5.875 cents per stapled security, combining a partly franked dividend and a partial loan note repayment, payable in June 2025.

Mineral Resources Limited has reported a significant expansion in the Onslow Iron Project’s Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves, underpinning its long-term growth strategy in iron ore production.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited forecasts a 3.6% increase in terminal charges and a 6.5% uplift in distributions for the 2025/26 financial year, confirming steady growth and full terminal capacity.

White Cliff Minerals has delivered compelling assay results from its Rae Copper Project in Nunavut, revealing continuous high-grade copper mineralisation from surface and securing $14.4 million for ongoing 2025 drilling.

Tempest Minerals has enhanced geochemical sampling at its Sanity Prospect within the Yalgoo Project, confirming a robust gold anomaly and setting the stage for targeted drilling.

Minerals 260 has agreed to sell its Aston Lithium-REE Project to Delta Lithium for $450,000 cash plus a 1.5% royalty, redirecting its efforts toward advancing the 2.3 million ounce Bullabulling Gold Project in Western Australia.

Great Western Exploration has reported its most compelling geochemical signature to date at the Oval Copper-Gold Target, setting the stage for a focused ground gravity survey to refine exploration for a major VHMS system.

Duketon Mining has advanced exploration activities at its Killarney and Barlee gold projects, with new sampling and drilling programs underway pending approvals.

Renergen Limited is poised to be acquired by US-based ASP Isotopes Inc. in a deal that aims to create a powerhouse in critical helium and isotope supply chains. The merger promises expanded market access and strategic value across key industries.

ASPI Isotopes Inc. has agreed to acquire Renergen Limited in an all-share deal, creating a vertically integrated global entity focused on critical materials for semiconductors, medical isotopes, and green energy. The transaction addresses Renergen’s liquidity challenges and positions the combined company for growth across multiple strategic sectors.

SGH Ltd has reaffirmed its FY25 guidance for high single-digit EBIT growth while targeting a net debt to EBITDA ratio of 2.0x by year-end, underpinned by disciplined capital allocation and operational improvements across its diversified industrial, energy, and media businesses.

KPMG's latest actuarial report reveals a slight increase in asbestos-related disease liabilities for former James Hardie entities, driven by a notable rise in mesothelioma claims and evolving actuarial assumptions.

James Hardie Industries plc reported a slight dip in FY25 sales and profits but met guidance, while announcing a transformative acquisition of The AZEK Company Inc to accelerate growth and synergies.

James Hardie has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2025, accompanied by a suite of detailed reports filed with both the ASX and SEC.