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Latrobe Magnesium has commenced start-up operations at its Hazelwood North Demonstration Plant following EPA licence renewal, overcoming recent weather-related supply setbacks. The company aims to begin magnesium oxide production within the week as it advances toward full commissioning.

IperionX has boosted its titanium powder capacity by 60% with no extra capital, cutting unit costs to $55/kg, and is now accelerating a US Department of Defense-backed expansion to 1,400 tpa aiming for the lowest-cost titanium production in America.

VRX Silica Limited has obtained crucial environmental approval for its Arrowsmith North Silica Sand Project, paving the way for binding contracts and first production targeted in late 2026.

Vmoto Limited reported a 10.8% revenue decline to $20.8 million in H1 2025 but reduced its net loss slightly to $3 million, buoyed by resilient international sales and a strategic partnership with Uber to electrify delivery fleets across Europe.

DGL Group reported a 4% revenue increase to $481.5 million in FY25, but underlying profits took a hit due to operational losses and restructuring costs. The company is investing heavily in growth and system integration to drive future efficiency.

Bapcor Limited reported a modest revenue decline and an 8.4% drop in pro-forma NPAT for FY25 amid significant business simplification and strategic initiatives aimed at sustainable growth.

Bapcor Limited reported a 117% jump in statutory net profit after tax for FY25, driven by lower significant items despite a slight revenue decline. The company’s strategic reset, including store consolidations and IT upgrades, sets the stage for renewed growth.

Bapcor Limited reported a decline in FY25 pro-forma net profit after tax by 8.4%, alongside a successful $170 million debt refinancing extending maturities to 2029-2031. The company declared a fully franked final dividend and announced significant board and executive changes.

Gumtree Australia Markets Limited reports a transformational FY25 marked by a $6.8 million Capital Markets division sale, a near doubling of EBITDA, and promising expansions in transactional services and partnerships.

Gumtree Australia Markets Limited has completed the sale of its Capital Markets business, reporting a 6% revenue decline but a notable rise in EBITDA from its core Classifieds segment. The company is now focused on expanding its transactional offerings and strategic partnerships.

NTAW Holdings reported a slight revenue increase to $538 million for FY2025 but posted a significant net loss of $44 million, driven by a $39 million impairment charge and operational challenges including the loss of Dunlop distribution rights. The company is executing a business reset focusing on inventory, costs, and cash flow.

Solvar Limited’s FY25 results highlight solid loan book growth in Australia, the strategic launch of Bennji commercial finance, and a significant 40% increase in dividends, underpinning confidence in future earnings.