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The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing significant competition concerns in multiple Australian fuel markets. Ampol’s proposed divestments have so far failed to satisfy the regulator.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing concerns that the deal could significantly reduce competition in key Australian fuel markets.

EV Resources has secured $600,000 from the sale of its Khartoum Project, redirecting funds to kickstart a maiden drilling campaign at its Los Lirios Antimony Project in Mexico, aiming to define a JORC resource by Q3 2026.

29Metals has successfully closed its institutional entitlement offer, raising approximately $119 million at a notable discount, with a retail offer set to launch later this month. The capital raise aims to fuel key growth projects across its mining portfolio.

Xamble Group Limited has reported a second consecutive quarter of strong revenue growth, driven by rapid expansion in its influencer community and social commerce transactions. The company’s improving EBITDA and strategic financing moves position it well for sustained growth in 2026.

Arrow Minerals maintains a cautious stance as regulatory ambiguity stalls its Guinea projects, while the country’s recent election brings a hopeful backdrop for resolution.

Argent Minerals has announced a significant new high-grade silver discovery at its Kempfield NW Prospect in NSW, extending mineralisation beyond the current resource boundary. The discovery highlights strong potential for resource growth and development at one of Australia’s premier silver-polymetallic projects.

Noronex Limited has accelerated its drilling programs across key Kalahari Copper Belt projects, secured a strategic placement, and agreed to sell its Witvlei asset, positioning itself for uranium exploration in Namibia.

EQ Resources Limited reported record production and processing at its Barruecopardo and Mt Carbine tungsten mines in Q2 FY2026, supported by strong tungsten prices and a successful A$34 million equity raising that strengthened its balance sheet.

Verity Resources reports strong and consistent gold assay results from its Phase 2 drilling at the Monument Gold Project, bolstering confidence in the Korong deposit and underpinning plans to upgrade the resource.

Australian Foundation Investment Company reports a 4.6% decline in half-year profit but sustains its interim dividend with a special payout, while portfolio returns lag the benchmark.

Galileo Mining Ltd has responded to an ASX price and volume query, confirming no undisclosed material information exists to explain recent trading activity. The company attributes the surge to positive market sentiment around its Norseman Project and lithium joint venture with Mineral Resources.

Metallium Limited has raised A$75 million in a strategic capital round led by U.S. institutional investors, accelerating its commercial operations in Texas and setting the stage for a NASDAQ listing later this year.

Metal Powder Works reported a stellar December quarter with a threefold increase in CP-Ti orders, expansion into precious metals, and strategic contracts that position it strongly in defence and advanced manufacturing markets.

Breakthrough Minerals has entered a conditional agreement to acquire a major copper-gold project in North Queensland, backed by a successful A$8.15 million capital raise. The acquisition and fresh funding position the company for an aggressive exploration campaign in the Mt Isa region.

Rivco Australia Limited has completed its internalisation, reporting a modest decline in net asset value alongside rising water spot prices and a strong dividend yield, signaling evolving dynamics in the water entitlements market.

Coast Entertainment reports a robust first half of FY26 with significant growth in ticket sales and visitation, driven by new attractions and strong promotional campaigns. The Group also strengthens its financial position amid ongoing economic challenges.

Adveritas Limited has reported a record $14.25 million annualised recurring revenue for the December 2025 quarter, driven by strong US market growth and AI-enhanced product development. The company’s strategic focus on media agency partnerships and new product lines signals robust momentum ahead.

Star Minerals has received mining approval for its Tumblegum South Gold Project and commenced grade control drilling, setting the stage for production in early 2026 amid rising gold prices.

Imricor Medical Systems has secured Virginia Commonwealth University Health as the third US site for its VISABL-AFL clinical trial, advancing its FDA approval pathway for MRI-guided cardiac ablation technology.

Adelong Gold has completed six diamond drillholes at its Comet prospect with assays pending, confirming key geological structures. Drilling has now started at the nearby Yankee-Trojan prospect, signalling ongoing momentum in its Victorian gold exploration.

Paladin Energy reports a strong production ramp-up at its Langer Heinrich Mine and confirms robust progress on the Patterson Lake South project, supported by a strengthened balance sheet and a positive uranium market outlook.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT has updated its dividend distribution details for Q4 2025, confirming an ordinary unfranked dividend and adjusting the Dividend Reinvestment Plan price to reflect a modest discount.

Praemium Limited reported a 14% year-on-year increase in total Funds Under Administration to $70.5 billion for Q2 FY26, completing the OneVue transition and seeing strong net inflows in its Spectrum and Powerwrap platforms.