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The Antipa Minerals Ltd (ASX: AZY) share price is in focus after fresh drilling results extended gold-copper mineralisation at its Tim’s Dome prospect in Western Australia, including notable intersections such as 10m at 1.5g/t gold and 0.62% copper.

What did Antipa Minerals report?

• Phase 1 CY2026 drilling included 81 holes for 7,819m across Tim’s Dome, AL01, GEO-01 and Yolanda Trend.
• Key Tim’s Dome results: up to 1m at 10.05g/t gold, 0.62% copper, 0.12% lead and 2.55g/t silver.
• Three new gold-copper anomalies defined at AL01, each 500–700m long, suitable for follow-up drilling.
• Assays at GEO-01 returned 10m at 1.1g/t gold, 0.07% copper and 1,328ppm cobalt.
• Drilling at Yolanda Trend identified a 2.1km copper-arsenic-zinc anomaly, adding new discovery targets.
• Three drill rigs remain active at Tim’s Dome, Minyari Dome and Jezabeel.

What else do investors need to know?

Drilling at Tim’s Dome, part of Antipa’s flagship 100%-owned Minyari Gold-Copper Project, has confirmed broad mineralisation above an untested 1.2km-long AEM conductor. Selected RC holes at Tim’s Dome are now being extended with diamond drilling to directly test this highly prospective target.

Beyond Tim’s Dome, Antipa’s regional exploration continues to define new gold and copper anomalies across AL01 and Yolanda Trend, supporting further drilling and resource growth. The ongoing CY2026 programme remains fully funded, with support from WA’s Exploration Incentive Scheme grants.

What did Antipa Minerals management say?

Managing Director and CEO Roger Mason said:

Batch 3 results have further strengthened Tim’s Dome as one of our priority new discovery targets. We’ve now confirmed gold-copper-lead-silver mineralisation in a further five holes spread over more than a kilometre of strike, directly above the large AEM conductor that remains untested. The geological setting, metal association and geometry of the conductor continue to support the Telfer-style reef interpretation we are currently about to test, with diamond tails on several select RC holes now underway. We expect to reach the AEM conductor target in the coming weeks, and will eagerly await results. Elsewhere, the programme continues to generate additional opportunities, with new anomalies defined at AL01 and along the Yolanda Trend, plus further mineralised lodes extended at GEO-01. Now with three rigs active across Tim’s Dome, Minyari Dome and Jezabeel, and a strong pipeline of targets across the broader Minyari Project we’re set for a productive period of new-discovery focused exploration drilling, as we advance our Minyari Dome Pre-feasibility Study toward completion.

What’s next for Antipa Minerals?

Antipa Minerals will continue its major drilling push across Tim’s Dome, AL01, Yolanda Trend and other prospects, with current focus on diamond core tails at Tim’s Dome to directly test the substantial AEM conductor. Ongoing work at GEO-01 South and Jezabeel, plus design of follow-up RC drilling at AL01, are all aimed at growing mineral resources and finding new discoveries.

The Pre-Feasibility Study for Minyari Dome is also progressing, aiming to unlock further value from Antipa’s 100%-owned 2.9Moz gold and 91kt copper resource base in the Paterson Province. Regular updates are expected as new assay results come to hand.

Antipa Minerals share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Antipa Minerals shares are flat, slightly trailing the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO), which has risen 1% over the same period.

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In Australia, age 65 is the sweet spot for retirement. At this age, you can access your superannuation regardless of whether you have quit work or not. 

And you’re also only two years away from potentially also receiving an Age Pension payment.

But for many Australians, retiring at 65 means they need to turn decades of super contributions into a reliable income stream that can support them throughout retirement.

But the question is, how do you know if you have enough in your super?

Lets investigate what a comfortable retirement starting at age 65 could look like, and how much it’ll cost.

The definition of a comfortable retirement

First, it’s important to understand what a comfortable retirement actually looks like.

A comfortable retirement generally means having enough income to cover your everyday expenses while also allowing for discretionary spending such as travel, dining out, hobbies and entertainment, without having to significantly compromise your lifestyle.

Individuals and couples should be able to maintain a reasonable standard of living, perhaps afford the occasional small luxury, and still have some financial buffer for unexpected expenses.

Think top-tier private health insurance, regular leisure activities, funds for home repairs or renovations, the occasional meal out, and perhaps even an annual holiday.

How much does a comfortable retirement cost?

The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) estimates that a comfortable retirement will cost around $55,923 per year for single Australians. 

A couple living together can expect to spend around $78,566 per year combined.

How much do I need in my superannuation to afford this lifestyle?

In order to fund this lifestyle level, ASFA has calculated that at age 67, single Australians will need around $630,000. 

Couples will need a combined superannuation balance closer to $730,000.

But the catch is that these figures are based on the understanding that you’ll retire at age 67, that you will only need to fund around 10 years of retirement, will be eligible to receive a part Age Pension, and you own your home in full.

So, if you want to retire at a much earlier age of 65, you’ll need to work towards a different goal to be able to fund those extra seven years.

I’ve crunched the numbers to work out the balance you’d need to quit work a couple of years earlier.

Your annual costs will be around the same: $55,923 per year for single Australians and $78,566 per year combined for a couple living together.

But, as I mentioned above, you’ll need to fund an additional seven years that ASFA figures haven’t accounted for.

At age 65, singles will need to have at around $742,000 in their superannuation. 

Meanwhile, couples will need a combined balance closer to $888,000 at the same age. 

But note, if you don’t own your home outright, you’ll also need to consider how you’ll pay your mortgage or rent.

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The ASX dividend stock JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX: JBH) is one of the most underappreciated ideas out there, in my view. The electronics and appliances retailer has been sold off, but I think this is a great opportunity to invest for the long-term.

As the chart below shows, the JB Hi-Fi share price has dropped by 42% in the past year.

Not many large ASX businesses have fallen that much in a relatively short amount of time. However, I think this ASX dividend stock could be a buying opportunity for contrarian and opportunistic investors.

It pays to be optimistic

I can understand why the market is pessimistic about the short-term outlook of the business.

Higher interest rates can cause uncertainty and less spending by households. However, I don’t expect interest rates to remain this high forever, so pessimism could turn into optimism. Perhaps as early as next year.

In my view, JB Hi-Fi’s earnings are more defensive than investors are giving it credit for. Households always need appliances and also certain electronics such as phones and computers are seen as essential for living these days, whether that’s work, education, entertainment or communication.

In FY26, the ASX dividend stock reported that underlying operating profit (EBIT) grew 3.8%, while underlying earnings per share (EPS) climbed by 2.9%. With EPS of $4.48, it was able to fund an annual dividend per share of $3.37. That was despite the difficult trading conditions amid the Middle East conflict and elevated inflation and interest rates.

According to the forecast on Commsec, the business is only expected to see a slight decline of EPS to $4.46 in FY27. That translates into a forward price/earnings (P/E) ratio of just 15, which I think is low for this business.

The company is expanding its store network, continuing to work on being as efficient and profitable as possible, and providing good customer service.

Compelling dividend yield

When a share price falls, it pushes up the prospective dividend yield for investors. For example, if a business had a dividend yield of 5% and the share price drops 20%, the dividend yield becomes 6%.

According to the projection on Commsec, JB Hi-Fi is forecast to pay an annual dividend per share of $3.35 in FY27. That translates into a potential dividend yield of 5% excluding franking credits and 7.1% including franking credits.

That’s a great dividend yield for a large, stable business like JB Hi-Fi, in my view. If there is a good time to invest in this ASX dividend stock, I think now is a great time. But, there are other shares that could be even better value.

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The Solstice Minerals Ltd (ASX: SLS) share price is in focus after the company reported outstanding new high-grade copper-gold intercepts at its 100%-owned Nanadie Copper-Gold Project in Western Australia. Key highlights include a broad 172-metre intercept at 0.69% copper and 0.30g/t gold and an 18-metre interval grading 2.29% copper and 1.12g/t gold.

What did Solstice Minerals report?

• 172m @ 0.69% Cu, 0.30g/t Au from 54m to end of hole in drillhole NANRC058, including 83m @ 0.96% Cu, 0.44g/t Au
• 18m @ 2.29% Cu, 1.12g/t Au to end of hole from 292m (including 5m @ 6.88% Cu, 3.60g/t Au) in NANRC057
• Step-out RC drilling extended the Nanadie resource system to at least 1.3km strike; remains open in all directions
• Diamond tail returned 60.6m @ 0.64% Cu, 0.33g/t Au, and 11.75g/t Ag, with a high-grade silver zone of 14.6m @ 0.69% Cu, 0.10g/t Au, 31.32g/t Ag
• Current Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE): 40.4Mt @ 0.4% Cu, 0.1g/t Au, and 1.0g/t Ag
• No debt and $45 million cash at 31 August 2026

What else do investors need to know?

Ongoing drilling continues to identify previously unrecognised high-grade zones within and adjacent to the current resource boundary, highlighting the potential for higher-than-estimated grades. Results from recent holes will drive continued exploration, particularly along up-plunge positions on the eastern side of the host gabbro and step-down extensions at depth.

Solstice’s expanded camp and core processing facilities have been completed, setting the stage for accelerated drilling with multiple RC and diamond rigs planned to operate for the rest of the year. There are assays pending from a further 13 completed diamond holes and over 20 RC holes, with more news flow likely as the company works to expand both the grade and size of the Nanadie resource.

What did Solstice Minerals management say?

Nick Castleden, Solstice Minerals’ Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, commented:

Coming hard on the heels of the fantastic, combined intercept of 722.3m at 0.44% Cu, 0.13g/t Au from hole NANRCD005 announced on Friday, these exciting new results show that the momentum of drilling news-flow from Nanadie has well and truly moved up a gear. Importantly, these results confirm our interpretation that there may be significant zones of valuable near-surface high-grade mineralisation both within and adjacent to the current Nanadie Resource that have not previously been recognised or adequately tested.

What’s next for Solstice Minerals?

Solstice is well funded to continue exploration, with a plan to increase drilling density across and below the existing mineral resource boundary. High-grade zones will receive further infill and step-out drilling, while new targets—including the nearby Stark Prospect—are set to be tested.

As the company accelerates its drill program, pending assays and an updated geological model are expected to provide a steady flow of exploration results. The Nanadie system remains open along strike and at depth, offering significant potential for further resource growth in a favourable mining jurisdiction.

Solstice Minerals share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Solstice Minerals shares have surged 600%, outperforming the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO).

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The Monash IVF Group Ltd (ASX: MVF) share price is in focus as the company posts FY26 revenue of $269.5 million and declares a final fully franked dividend, despite a 41% fall in underlying net profit after tax (NPAT).

What did Monash IVF Group report?

• Revenue of $269.5 million, down 0.9% from FY25
• Underlying EBITDA of $53.4 million, down 19.5%
• Underlying NPAT of $16.1 million, down 41.2%
• Reported EBITDA of $43.5 million; reported NPAT of $8.3 million
• Final fully franked FY26 dividend of 1.3 cents per share, total FY26 dividends of 2.5 cents (payout ratio 60%)
• Net operating cash flow of $36.7 million (up from $12.9 million in FY25)

What else do investors need to know?

Monash IVF faced a challenging start to FY26, with domestic stimulated cycle volumes softening in the first half. However, momentum improved in the second half, and market share climbed to 20.2%. The company’s international and genetics divisions delivered record results, with offshore revenue rising 15%, and strong growth in specialist genetics testing.

The group focused on strengthening its medical workforce, refreshing leadership, and investing in major infrastructure. Capital expenditure for the year reached $23.8 million, supporting projects like the new Brisbane fertility clinic and increased surgical capacity in Victoria.

What did Monash IVF Group management say?

Speaking about the results, Monash IVF’s CEO, Dr Victoria Atkinson, said:

FY26 was a year of two halves for Monash IVF. While the first half was challenging, we exited the year with improving momentum, with domestic stimulated cycle volume trends strengthening, market share increasing through the second half and our international businesses delivering record performance.

We have used FY26 to strengthen the foundations of the business—building our medical workforce, strengthening leadership and governance, completing significant infrastructure investment and commencing a structural productivity program. We have also launched Nurture 2030, our three-year strategy to accelerate sustainable growth and create stronger returns.

We enter FY27 with multiple growth engines strengthened and a clear focus on execution: growing domestic stimulated cycle volumes, expanding market share, unlocking our completed capital investments, improving productivity and continuing to scale International, Genetics and Diagnostics. With the foundations now in place, Monash IVF is positioned to convert volume growth into stronger earnings through operating leverage and strategic execution.

What’s next for Monash IVF Group?

Looking to FY27, Monash IVF expects stronger financial performance as market conditions improve and expansion efforts take hold. Key priorities include connecting patient journeys with better data, expanding clinical specialties, and embedding ongoing productivity gains.

The group aims to reduce capital expenditure by 50% and reignite organic growth in key states like Victoria and NSW. Management also notes Monash IVF’s strong governance will help it efficiently implement new industry regulations, supporting future returns.

Monash IVF Group share price snapshot

The Monash IVF share price has underperformed the S&P/ASX 200 index (ASX: XJO) over the past 12 months with a decline of around 4%.

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The Strike Energy Ltd (ASX: STX) share price is in focus today after the company announced a breakthrough securing a gas processing pathway and funding for its West Erregulla development, alongside updates on its key projects and strengthened financial position.

What did Strike Energy report?

• Selected Hancock Energy’s proposed Belisama facility as preferred gas processing pathway for West Erregulla
• Secured up to $30 million in funding support from Hancock Energy for pre-development activities
• Amended Macquarie Bank facility to increase available funding to $30 million, with no amortisation until maturity in 2029
• South Erregulla Power Project commissioning now targeting approval to generate in late Q4 CY26
• Walyering gas field 2P sales gas reserves increased to 16.4 PJ after FY26 production, with production ramp-up underway

What else do investors need to know?

Strike’s new agreements provide a clear and coordinated pathway to develop West Erregulla, targeting a final investment decision in FY28 and first gas by mid-2029. The funding and processing arrangements with Hancock Energy de-risk the project and cement Strike’s shift to a more diversified earnings base.

The company’s South Erregulla Power Project is progressing towards approval to begin generating in the final quarter of 2026. Meanwhile, at Walyering, the successful commissioning of new compressors is expected to boost production capacity towards 20 TJ per day.

Looking ahead, Strike is also accelerating its exploration program in the Perth Basin, including planned seismic surveys in FY27 focused on wholly owned prospects like Ocean Hill and Kadathinni.

What did Strike Energy management say?

Strike Energy’s Managing Director and CEO, Shelley Robertson said:

Today’s announcement marks an important step in unlocking the value of West Erregulla and progressing one of Western Australia’s largest undeveloped onshore gas resources toward production. By selecting Hancock Energy’s Belisama facility and securing a funding framework with Hancock Energy and through an existing facility with Macquarie that supports development activities towards first gas, we have materially reduced both execution and funding risk for the project. Importantly, these arrangements provide Strike with a clear pathway to participate in the development of West Erregulla while maintaining balance sheet flexibility and minimising dilution for shareholders. Together with the cash flows from Walyering and the expected commencement of South Erregulla, West Erregulla forms the third pillar of a diversified energy portfolio that we believe can generate significant long-term value for shareholders. As Western Australia continues to require reliable domestic gas to support economic growth and the energy transition, Strike is increasingly well-positioned to play a meaningful role in delivering secure, affordable energy to the State.

What’s next for Strike Energy?

Strike and Hancock Energy will now work to finalise binding agreements and progress the West Erregulla joint venture to reach a final investment decision around FY28. If all goes to plan, first gas is expected from West Erregulla by mid-2029, which would add further cash flow alongside Walyering and South Erregulla.

The company is also preparing for expansion, with a focus on high-impact exploration opportunities in the Perth Basin to drive future growth and value creation for shareholders over the years ahead.

Strike Energy share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Strike Energy shares have declined 13%, trailing the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO), which has risen

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Saluda Medical Inc (ASX: SLD) shares had a day to forget on Friday.

The ASX healthcare share ended the week with a 25% decline to 48 cents after the market responded negatively to its FY 2026 results.

While this is disappointing, the team at Bell Potter believes it could have created a very attractive buying opportunity.

What is the broker saying?

Saluda Medical is a medical device company commercialising spinal cord stimulation (SCS) therapy. 

Bell Potter notes the ASX healthcare share reported higher than expected operating expenses in FY 2026, which resulted in a sizeable adjusted EBITDA loss. It said:

Revenue was pre-released at the Q4 update, increasing +28% for the full year with a particularly strong 2H (up +38% on pcp). Gross margin of 48.9% was ahead of our forecast (48.5%) and improved +2.3% yoy. Opex was above our forecast, resulting in loss at EBITDA (adjusted) of -$113.7m albeit still coming better than Prospectus guidance of -$114.7m.

However, there were positives. It adds:

In SLD’s first full-year result since listing, management has beaten each key metric guided to at the time of the IPO (revenue, EBITDA loss, cashflow). Closing cash balance was $116m and excludes $25m of undrawn debt available under the Perceptive loan available to be drawn down in 1H FY27.

Looking ahead, Bell Potter points out that management is guiding to more strong top line growth and another EBITDA loss. It adds:

The company provided four key FY27 guidance statements: (1) revenue growth of 25-35% ($113m-122m); (2) gross margin 50%-52% while reiterating the longer-term target of ‘mid-60s’ once the next generation IPG and percutaneous leads are submitted to and approved by the FDA (launch guided to CY27); (3) adjusted EBITDA loss $101-95m; and (4) revenue growth to outpace opex growth. 

Big potential returns

Bell Potter remains very positive on the ASX healthcare share.

In response to its results, the broker has retained its buy rating and $1.60 price target on its shares.

Based on its current share price, this implies potential upside of approximately 230% for investors over the next 12 months.

Speaking about its buy thesis, Bell Potter said:

SLD’s US commercial execution continues to impress and accelerated considerably in recent quarters (34% US growth in Q3, 45% in Q4). Tailwinds continue to build following FDA approval of SLD’s paddle lead in June and ~40% of the current sales force expected to complete training in FY27 and contribute to revenue generation. Real-world data continues to affirm Evoke’s value proposition: greater efficacy durability means fewer reprogramming requirements and therefore greater revenue/rep compared to conventional devices.

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The Wildcat Resources Ltd (ASX: WC8) share price is in focus today after the company reported another round of strong lithium drill results at its Bolt Cutter Central and Tabba Tabba projects in WA. Recent highlights include intersections of 18 metres at 1.1% Li₂O at Bolt Cutter Central and 25.1 metres at 1.2% Li₂O at Tabba Tabba.

What did Wildcat Resources report?

• Multiple high-grade lithium drill intersections across Bolt Cutter Central and Tabba Tabba, including 16m @ 1.5% Li₂O and 13.9m @ 2.0% Li₂O.
• The Bolt Cutter Central mineralised system now extends over approximately 2.3km by 0.8km and remains open in most directions.
• Resource modelling at Bolt Cutter Central is underway, with a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate targeted for Q4 2026.
• Tabba Tabba’s Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS) remains on track for completion in the second half of 2026.
• Wildcat finished the quarter with $37.2 million cash at 30 June 2026.

What else do investors need to know?

Wildcat’s latest drilling at both projects confirmed the strength and continuity of lithium-bearing pegmatites, with mineralisation both close to surface and at depth. At Bolt Cutter Central, promising results from newly drilled zones have extended known mineralisation, pointing to more exploration upside.

Meanwhile, Wildcat has completed the acquisition of additional LCT rights over ground abutting the Tabba Tabba mining leases, tripling its lithium exploration strike length. Planning for future drill targets in the expanded area is well advanced.

What’s next for Wildcat Resources?

Looking ahead, the company’s immediate focus is on delivering a maiden Mineral Resource Estimate for Bolt Cutter Central and advancing technical studies at Tabba Tabba. Ongoing exploration and infill drilling are planned across both project areas to support resource growth and project development.

The Tabba Tabba DFS is set for release in the second half of 2026, and Wildcat is targeting key new drill regions for further resource upgrades in the months ahead.

Wildcat Resources share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Wildcat Resources shares have soared more than 100%, far outpacing the All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO).

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I think one of the most important elements of a good ASX dividend share is its ability to provide regular dividend growth. If I’m relying on passive income payments, I’d want to choose shares that are highly likely to continue delivering dividends.

Preferably, I’d want to own investments that are likely to regularly increase the payouts to help offset inflation and hopefully grow faster than inflation.

Let’s look at three businesses that have increasingly excellent track records of dividend growth.

APA Group (ASX: APA)

APA Group is one of the largest energy infrastructure businesses on the ASX. It’s invested in various aspects of Australia’s energy system including a huge network of gas pipelines, gas storage and processing, gas-powered energy generation, solar farms, wind farms and batteries.

It pays for its impressive distribution from the cash flow that its portfolio of energy assets produces. That cash flow is steadily rising amid additions of new energy assets over the years via acquisitions and project builds, as well as inflation-linked revenue increases.

The ASX dividend share has increased its payout every year for more than 20 years in a row, which is an excellent record of consistency.

It expects to increase its annual distribution to 59 cents per security in FY27, adding to its record. This translates into a forward distribution yield of 5.5%.  

Future Generation Global Ltd (ASX: FGG)

Future Generation Global is a listed investment company (LIC) that gives investors exposure to a portfolio of global stocks and also compelling philanthropic efforts.

It’s invested in a portfolio of funds from more than a dozen fund managers focused on global shares, who all work for free. With those investments, there are more than 3,700 underlying shares in the portfolio, which is great diversification.

The shares come from across the world, including North America, the UK, Europe, Asia, other developed markets and emerging markets.

The ASX dividend share’s investment returns help pay for a growing dividend, which has increased every year since FY19, so we’re already at several years of consecutive payout growth.

It expects to pay an annual dividend of 8.4 cents per share in FY26, which translates into a grossed-up dividend yield of 7.4%, including franking credits.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Co. Ltd (ASX: SOL)

Soul Patts is another leading investment business on the ASX. It’s an investment house that has been listed for more than 120 years.

The beauty of its strategy is that it’s invested in a variety of largely uncorrelated assets that can all generate cash flow in most economic conditions and help the company fund its market-leading dividend.

The ASX dividend share is the leader on the ASX in terms of the number of consecutive years it has increased its dividend. The regular dividend has increased every year since 1998. It’s not far off 30 years of consecutive dividend growth!

With a regularly expanding portfolio of new investments – along with organic growth of existing investments – I think it’s likely to continue hiking its dividend in the years ahead.

It currently has a grossed-up dividend yield of 3.4%, including franking credits, though I expect the yield for the next 12 months will include a dividend hike.

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The Liontown Ltd (ASX: LTR) share price is in focus today after the company reported a maiden NPAT of $93 million and record revenue of $639 million for FY26, reflecting strong operational delivery as lithium prices rebounded in the second half.

What did Liontown report?

• Maiden net profit after tax (NPAT) of $93 million; underlying NPAT of $14 million
• Record revenue of $639 million, up from $298 million in FY25
• Underlying EBITDA of $147 million, up from $20 million last year
• Operating cash flow grew to $182 million
• Transitioned Kathleen Valley to 100% underground operation, with open pit mining concluding on schedule
• Produced 391,992 dmt and shipped 381,997 dmt of concentrate at a 5.1% Li₂O average grade

What else do investors need to know?

Liontown completed its transition to a fully underground operation at Kathleen Valley this year, with the ramp-up progressing as planned. The current run-rate target of 2.8 million tonnes per annum is on track to be achieved by the end of FY27.

The company also clarified the impact of market volatility, noting that it maintained strict cost control during weaker price cycles and is now reinvesting in expansion as conditions improve. Notably, Liontown reduced current borrowings by $312 million to just $53 million at 30 June 2026, mainly due to the conversion of convertible notes to equity.

On the sustainability front, the Kathleen Valley Hybrid Power Station continued to perform reliably, providing around 80% renewable energy to operations. Liontown strengthened partnerships with the Tjiwarl Traditional Owners, investing $24 million with Aboriginal businesses and supporting workforce development.

What did Liontown management say?

Managing Director and CEO Tony Ottaviano said:

In this financial year, Kathleen Valley produced its maiden profit and strong operating cash while still ramping up, helped in the second half by better prices. We generated $182 million in operating cash, with NPAT of $93 million and underlying NPAT of $14 million.

The market handed us two very different halves in the year. Prices were weak early, so we kept costs tight and preserved cash. When the market turned, we backed our own read of it and we are now reinvesting in Kathleen Valley with the same discipline.

We concluded open pit mining during the year. The underground ramp-up is going to plan and we are on track for 2.8Mtpa by the end of FY27.

As we enter FY27, our focus is safe, stable operations, delivering a business that is resilient through the cycle, and growing responsibly with FID on our Kathleen Valley expansion due next month.

What’s next for Liontown?

Looking ahead, Liontown will focus on safely scaling up the underground operations at Kathleen Valley, aiming to reach the targeted 2.8Mtpa run-rate by the end of FY27. The company is also preparing for a final investment decision on the next phase of its Kathleen Valley expansion, expected shortly.

With strong cash flow, a significant reduction in debt, and continued investment in sustainability and traditional owner partnerships, Liontown appears well placed to navigate lithium market cycles and pursue further growth opportunities.

Liontown share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, Liontown shares have risen 31%, outpacing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO), which has risen 2% over the same period.

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