Yesterday, Australian Strategic Materials Ltd (ASX: ASM) announced that its members’ and options schemes have now become effective, paving the way for the complete acquisition of ASM by Energy Fuels Inc. (NYSE: UUUU). Key details include all ASM shareholders receiving either New Energy Fuels shares or CDIs and a cash component of 13 cents per share.

What did Australian Strategic Materials report?

• The schemes of arrangement to acquire 100% of ASM shares and options are now effective.
• ASM shareholders will receive 0.053 New Energy Fuels CDIs (or shares) and $0.13 cash per ASM share held on record date.
• ASM optionholders will receive $0.50 cash per option held on record date.
• ASM securities will be suspended from ASX trading at the close of 19 August 2026.
• Key implementation dates begin from 19 August, with payment expected on 28 August 2026.

What else do investors need to know?

The Federal Court of Australia has approved both the Share Scheme and Option Scheme, fulfilling the major remaining condition. The company has lodged the court order with ASIC, making the transaction legally binding.

Holders of ASM shares and options on the relevant record dates will automatically receive their consideration. For ineligible foreign shareholders, the New Energy Fuels shares will be sold on their behalf, with proceeds distributed accordingly.

ASM securities will be removed from official ASX quotation on 31 August 2026. From this point, former ASM investors will become shareholders or CDI holders in Energy Fuels Inc., a dual-listed company trading in both Australia and North America.

What’s next for Australian Strategic Materials?

ASM will progress with the implementation of the schemes, transitioning shareholders to New Energy Fuels ownership. Key trading and payment milestones are scheduled between 19 August and early September, finalising the delisting of ASM.

Looking ahead, future value for ASM’s former shareholders will track alongside Energy Fuels, which is focused on scaling critical materials production with newly acquired Australian assets.

Australian Strategic Materials share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, ASM shares have risen 109%, outperforming the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO), which has risen 1% over the same period.

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Yesterday, Ventia Services Group Ltd (ASX: VNT) announced that it had secured two major Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) maintenance contracts across Victoria, worth a combined $160 million over five years. The new deals are set to strengthen Ventia’s footprint in essential transport infrastructure services.

What did Ventia Services Group report?

• Awarded two ITS maintenance contracts in Victoria’s Central and East regions
• Combined estimated contract value of approximately $160 million over five years
• Potential extension options for up to four additional years
• Services cover traffic signals, street lighting, and ITS assets

What else do investors need to know?

Ventia’s success in securing these contracts showcases its established reputation managing complex infrastructure networks. This award highlights the increasing role Ventia is playing in maintaining Victoria’s road system, supporting a safe and efficient transport network.

The contracts are scheduled to commence from 1 December 2026 and include options to extend up to four more years, offering a pathway for recurring revenue and business stability. These wins align with Ventia’s broader strategy to serve essential infrastructure clients across Australia and New Zealand.

What did Ventia Services Group management say?

Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer Dean Banks commented:

The award reflects Ventiaʼs proven capability in managing complex, technology enabled infrastructure networks. These contracts align strongly with Ventiaʼs expertise in maintaining critical transport assets and supporting our customers through safe, responsive and data driven service delivery.

What’s next for Ventia Services Group?

Looking ahead, Ventia is positioned to roll out its proven maintenance services for Victoria’s ITS assets, further reinforcing its standing as a transport infrastructure leader. The addition of these contracts not only strengthens Ventia’s portfolio but also bolsters prospects for sustainable, long-term growth.

Management’s ongoing focus remains on delivering safe, reliable, and technology-driven solutions for clients, as well as exploring further opportunities in the infrastructure services market.

Ventia Services Group share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Ventia Services Group shares have risen 6%, outperforming the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO), which has risen 2% over the same period.

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ASX 200 stock Evolution Mining Ltd (ASX: EVN) made headlines yesterday after releasing its FY26 results.

As reported by James Mickleboro, the gold miner reported record FY26 profit and increased its dividend, backed by strong gold and copper output.

Other key results included: 

• Statutory profit after tax rose 59% to $1,475 million
• Underlying EBITDA increased 44% to $3,171 million with 57% margin
• Group cash flow jumped 76% to $1,389 million
• Final fully franked dividend of 21 cents per share, up 62%
• Total FY26 dividend of 41 cps, returning ~$833 million to shareholders. 

What did management say?

Commenting on the results, Evolution Mining’s Managing Director and CEO, Lawrie Conway, said:

Our record results reflect the quality of our assets and, above all, the efforts of the entire Evolution team. We are delivering on our commitment to shareholders. The record financial performance is on the back of safe, consistent and reliable operational delivery, complemented by our disciplined approach to cost and capital management. Our high-margin business is generating significant cash flow with a record Group cash flow of nearly $1.4 billion.

It was a subdued response from investors, with the ASX 200 stock rising just over 0.2% on the back of the announcement. 

However, Evolution Mining shares have risen 73% over the last 12 months. 

In good news for prospective investors, Bell Potter sees more upside for this ASX 200 stock. 

Here’s what the broker had to say. 

FY26 financial results sets fresh records

The team at Bell Potter said this ASX 200 stock delivered a record FY26 result, with revenue of A$5.56bn, underlying EBITDA of A$3.17bn and net profit of A$1.56bn, despite falling short of Bell Potter’s forecasts. 

The strong operational performance, combined with largely unhedged gold exposure, drove record earnings and free cash flow, while net gearing improved to 0% as EVN moved to A$19m of net cash. 

Management also increased its dividend payout target from ~50% to ~60% of group cash flow, supporting a total FY26 distribution of 41cps and signalling a greater focus on shareholder returns. 

FY27 guidance of 660-730koz of gold and 63-70kt of copper at AISC of A$1,795-1,995/oz was broadly in line with expectations, with higher growth capital reflecting investment in projects Bell Potter views as high-return and highly competitive for capital.

Buy recommendation in tact 

Based on this guidance, the team at Bell Potter retained its buy recommendation on this ASX 200 stock. 

It also increased its price target to $15.55 (previously $15.10). 

From yesterday’s closing price, this indicates a further upside of almost 14%. 

EVN offers fully unhedged gold and copper exposure via a portfolio of high quality, long-life assets in Tier 1 jurisdictions, overseen by a high-quality management team. EVN has demonstrated its intention to increase shareholder returns and gold price exposure. Our NPV-based valuation lifts 3%, to $15.55/sh. We retain our Buy recommendation.

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