Latest Commodity Prices News

Beach Energy reported a 9% rise in FY25 production to 19.7 million barrels of oil equivalent and a 13% increase in sales revenue to $2 billion, driven by strong basin performances and the Waitsia LNG project. However, a significant $674 million impairment charge due to lower commodity prices and reserves revision at Beharra Springs tempers the upbeat results.

QX Resources reported steady progress in its Queensland gold projects and secured a strategic farm-out for its Pilbara iron ore rights, while stepping back from US lithium ventures amid market softness.

MAC Copper Limited shareholders will vote on a court-sanctioned scheme of arrangement proposing Harmony Gold’s acquisition at a 32% premium. The transaction, valued at over $1 billion, requires shareholder and regulatory approvals before completion.

Deterra Royalties reported a robust 44% jump in quarterly revenue to $89.1 million, driven by record iron ore royalties and advancing lithium project construction. The company’s diversified portfolio and strategic investments position it well for long-term growth.

Brookside Energy Limited reported a strong quarter with the Bruins well commencing production, solid contributions from Gapstow wells, and a disciplined capital strategy including a new share buy-back program.

Rio Tinto reported robust half-year results with $11.5 billion underlying EBITDA, advancing key projects and completing a major lithium acquisition amid challenging market conditions.

Diatreme Resources has achieved a significant milestone with its Northern Silica Project awarded Major Project Status and a 278% upgrade in its Si2 Deposit resource, positioning the company for long-term growth in the critical minerals sector.

Otto Energy has completed a $38.4 million capital return while maintaining steady oil production despite a dip in gas output. The company also announced the resignation of its Acting CEO, signaling a period of transition.

Viridis Mining and Minerals has raised AU$11.5 million through a heavily oversubscribed placement, strengthening its balance sheet to advance the Colossus Rare Earth Project towards Final Investment Decision. The funding, backed by institutional and strategic Brazilian partners, positions Viridis with nearly AU$58.5 million in cash to accelerate development and regulatory approvals.

Core Lithium has repositioned its Finniss Lithium Project as a low-cost underground operation with a 20-year mine life, slashing operating costs by a third and boosting production capacity. The company is advancing strategic funding while unlocking flexibility through a key offtake agreement termination.

Fin Resources Limited is set to commence a Fixed Loop Electromagnetic survey at its McKenzie Springs project in Western Australia, aiming to unlock new copper, nickel, and cobalt targets as commodity prices climb.

Patagonia Lithium Ltd has announced a fully underwritten entitlement offer to raise approximately $2.68 million, aimed at advancing its drilling program in Argentina and updating its mineral resource estimates. The offer, supported by major shareholders, reflects confidence in the company’s Formentera Lithium Brine Project.