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Ariadne Australia Limited anticipates a near breakeven total comprehensive income for FY25, balancing solid profits with significant portfolio losses and partnership costs.

Block, Inc. reported a 2% decline in net revenue for Q2 2025, driven by lower bitcoin revenue despite growth in transaction and subscription services. The company posted strong net income and continued its $4 billion share repurchase program.

Trigg Minerals has acquired 100% of the Tennessee Mountain Tungsten Project in Nevada, marking a strategic expansion into critical minerals with a historically significant tungsten resource. The move aligns with rising tungsten demand and the company's goal to become a key supplier of defence metals.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT reports a $118.3 million statutory profit for FY25, reversing last year's heavy loss, while maintaining stable distributions and actively managing debt facilities.

Element 25 Limited is advancing its Butcherbird Manganese Mine expansion in Western Australia alongside a new US-based refinery, backed by strong financing and partnerships with major automakers for EV battery-grade manganese supply.

Lake Resources N.L. has released a pivotal DFS Addendum for its Kachi lithium project, showcasing enhanced lithium grades, reduced costs, and robust financial metrics that position the project as a leading lithium brine development in Argentina.

Lake Resources has updated its lithium ore reserve for the Kachi Project in Argentina, unveiling an optimized mine plan that boosts lithium grades and recovery while cutting costs and environmental impact.

Alcoa Corporation reported a solid $164 million net income for Q2 2025 amid strategic portfolio shifts including a new joint venture in Spain and the sale of its Saudi Arabia stake. The company navigated tariff challenges and resumed a key smelter restart after a power outage delay.

Duxton Water Limited has significantly reduced its debt and maintained steady dividends while navigating a challenging water market marked by dry conditions and rising lease yields.

Kuniko Limited has announced a $2.03 million pro-rata entitlement offer, issuing new shares and free options to existing shareholders to support its expansion in battery metals exploration and development in Norway.

International Graphite Limited (ASX, IG6) has signed a cooperation agreement to develop a 3,000 t/y expandable graphite facility in Germany, advancing its global footprint alongside progress at its Collie micronising plant and Springdale project, supported by potential US Department of Defense funding.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings (ASX, ABE) reported a stronger Q4 FY25 with participation in a landmark digital currency pilot and the launch of an innovative AUD-denominated market-linked security, alongside improved cash flow and fresh capital raises.