The South32 Ltd (ASX: S32) share price is in focus today after the mining giant delivered FY26 operating results, exceeding several production guidance targets and announcing major progress in pivoting towards base metals.

What did South32 report?

• Announced sale of aluminium value chain (excluding Mozal) to Alcoa for up to US$5.6 billion, plus around US$1.2 billion in rehabilitation provisions
• Sierra Gorda (copper) exceeded FY26 production guidance by 2% and delivered record annual distributions of US$401 million
• Manganese production across Australia and South Africa both surpassed FY26 guidance by 1% and 4% respectively
• Group sales volumes increased by 15% in Q4 FY26, unlocking circa US$200 million in working capital
• Returned US$327 million to shareholders during FY26 through dividends and on-market buy-backs
• Major progress at Hermosa, investing about US$710 million in the zinc-lead-silver project

What else do investors need to know?

South32 completed a CEO transition, with Matt Daley taking the reins from Graham Kerr as of 1 July 2026. The recently announced sale to Alcoa, which excludes Mozal Aluminium, is expected to be finalised in the second half of FY27 pending shareholder approval. This transformational move accelerates South32’s strategic shift towards becoming a leading producer of base and precious metals.

The company highlighted robust production from Cannington, Sierra Gorda, and its manganese operations. Meanwhile, Hermosa’s development continues on schedule with crucial US permitting milestones achieved. South32 also reported effective cost control despite higher raw material and freight costs due to geopolitical impacts.

What’s next for South32?

With the pending sale of its aluminium value chain, South32 expects about 85% of pro-forma earnings to come from base and precious metals. The business is targeting 55% production growth from approved projects, with expanded copper capacity at Sierra Gorda and further construction at the Hermosa project.

South32 plans to continue optimising its core assets and progress open-pit development at Cannington, while closely managing water impacts at its Australian manganese operations. Revised guidance for Australia Manganese FY27 output will be provided with upcoming results.

South32 share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, South32 shares have risen 29%, outperforming the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO), which has risen 1% over the same period.

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The Deep Yellow Ltd (ASX: DYL) share price is in focus today after the company secured two major civil and concrete construction contracts for its Tumas Project in Namibia, valued at approximately A$34 million, further de-risking its flagship uranium development.

What did Deep Yellow report?

• Two major civil and concrete construction contracts awarded for the Tumas Project in Namibia.
• Estimated combined contract value of around A$34 million, following a competitive tender process.
• Contracts awarded to 100% Namibian-owned contractors, supporting local content.
• Work packages cover processing plant concrete, precast infrastructure, and Run-of-Mine retaining structures.
• Mobilisation scheduled for August 2026 with sequential handover to reduce execution risk.

What else do investors need to know?

Both contracts were awarded to Namibian Construction Pty Ltd and Nexus Building and Civils Contractors Pty Ltd, reinforcing Deep Yellow’s focus on in-country capability and local workforce participation. The company said the process followed industry-standard terms and competitive tendering.

Civil and concrete works will be delivered sequentially from August 2026. While they do not alter the planned 24-month construction schedule after the Final Investment Decision, the work is expected to create multiple work fronts and greater project flexibility.

What did Deep Yellow management say?

Managing Director and CEO Greg Field said:

These awards represent another important milestone in our disciplined approach to project development. Our objective has always been to systematically remove execution risk, secure high-quality contractors and ensure the Project is positioned for efficient delivery as we advance toward FID towards the end of this year. Civil and concrete works are fundamental to the successful delivery of any major processing facility. Securing these capabilities now creates multiple construction work fronts, increasing execution flexibility and strengthening confidence in execution once FID is reached.

We are equally pleased that both contracts have been awarded to highly capable Namibian companies. Developing Tumas in partnership with local industry is central to our strategy and reflects our commitment to delivering long-term value for Namibia alongside our shareholders.

What’s next for Deep Yellow?

Deep Yellow is progressing towards a Final Investment Decision for the Tumas Project, expected in the fourth quarter of 2026. The company continues to pursue its dual-pillar growth strategy, aiming to become a globally significant uranium producer.

Its development pipeline also includes the Mulga Rock Project in Western Australia, and exploration projects in the Northern Territory and Namibia. With a strong focus on partnership and project execution, Deep Yellow expects to deliver long-term value for communities, shareholders and the uranium supply chain.

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The Fletcher Building Ltd (ASX: FBU) share price is in focus today after the company announced a government-backed funding agreement to secure New Zealand’s only domestic cement manufacturing until at least 2040. Golden Bay Cement, part of Fletcher Building, will receive up to $60 million from the New Zealand Government to continue operations and invest in decarbonisation.

What did Fletcher Building report?

• Golden Bay Cement to get up to $60 million in government support for its Northland plant
• Commitment to continue cement production until at least 2040
• Planned investment of at least $150 million at the Northland facility through to 2040
• Supports domestic supply of around 60% of New Zealand’s cement
• Agreement aims to address the carbon cost gap versus imported cement

What else do investors need to know?

The arrangement is a one-off government response to ensure domestic cement supply and national infrastructure resilience. Without this support, rising costs—especially from carbon emissions—could have forced Golden Bay Cement to close and shift to imports by 2030.

The agreement also ensures Golden Bay Cement will keep investing in upgrades and alternative fuels, which have already reduced reliance on fossil fuels. The plant directly employs more than 150 people and underpins over 600 jobs across the Whangārei district.

What did Fletcher Building management say?

Andrew Reding, Fletcher Building Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, said:

Domestic cement production matters for New Zealand’s resilience as much as for its economics. An onshore source reduces exposure to shipping disruption, supply shocks and price volatility, an increasingly important consideration as global supply chains become more unpredictable. Golden Bay Cement directly employs more than 150 people and supports a further 450 jobs across the Whangārei district, underpinning our ability to build homes, hospitals, roads and infrastructure with locally sourced materials.

What’s next for Fletcher Building?

With this funding agreement, Fletcher Building will phase in at least $150 million of investment at Golden Bay Cement’s Northland plant up to 2040. The focus will be on operational resilience, modernisation, and decarbonisation, with all planned investments subject to Fletcher Building’s usual approval processes.

The company’s commitment secures local cement manufacturing, aiming for a lower-carbon operation compared to imports and supporting New Zealand’s building sector.

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