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BKI Investment Company posted a solid financial performance for FY2025 with a 1% increase in dividends and introduced a neutralised Dividend Reinvestment Plan to maintain capital neutrality. Despite modest portfolio underperformance against major ETFs, BKI continues to offer an attractive dividend yield amid shifting market dynamics.

Elixir Energy has advanced its strategic plan in Queensland’s Taroom Trough, appointing a new COO, initiating a major cost reduction, and preparing to drill key exploration and appraisal wells that could unlock significant gas resources.

Barton Gold Holdings has revealed a preliminary A$26 million refurbishment plan for its Central Gawler Mill, aiming to restart production by the end of 2026 with significant cost and operational advantages.

Perenti Limited has reported a substantial beat on its FY25 free cash flow, reaching approximately A$280 million, well above its prior guidance of A$150 million, driven by asset sales and operational efficiencies.

Dragon Mountain Gold Limited announces a key board change with the appointment of Kenneth Robinson and secures a $700,000 loan to manage upcoming convertible loan repayments.

Contact Energy's June 2025 report reveals stable mass market electricity and gas sales with improved netback prices, alongside rising wholesale revenues and ongoing renewable energy investments.

Yancoal Australia is set to increase its ownership in the Moolarben Joint Venture from 95% to 98.75% through a $110.5 million acquisition, combining upfront and deferred payments linked to coal prices.

Arizona Lithium has secured $900,000 through an at-the-market equity raise to fund the construction of its first production facility at the Prairie Lithium Project in Canada.

Ironbark Capital Limited has announced an on-market buy-back of up to 10.46 million ordinary shares, commencing July 21, 2025, and running through to July 2026. This move signals a strategic capital management initiative without requiring shareholder approval.

Burgundy Diamond Mines pauses open pit mining at Point Lake due to weak diamond prices, focusing instead on higher-margin underground operations at Misery. The company also prepares to unveil a new mine plan and Fox project study.

Yancoal’s June quarter report reveals steady coal production despite weather disruptions and a dip in realised prices, supported by a robust $1.8 billion cash reserve. The company remains confident in hitting upper-end production guidance amid ongoing market volatility.

Raptis Group Limited has confirmed the resignation of director James Raptis effective September 30, 2025, amid a sharp rise in its share price and trading volume. The company denies any other undisclosed information behind the recent market activity.