Heidi Cuthbert

Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced a comprehensive relief package for small businesses as the Australian economy grapples with the fallout from the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

Lachlan Star (ASX:LSA) secured firm commitments to raise $7.5 million (before costs) through a strategic share placement.

Lumos Diagnostics (ASX:LDX) announced its largest purchase order to date for its flagship FebriDx rapid point-of-care test.

Lindian Resources (ASX:LIN) announced a $100 million institutional placement to fast-track its flagship Kangankunde Rare Earths Project.

Largo (NASDAQ:LGO) reported its financial and operational results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

SES AI (NYSE:SES), a global leader in the development and manufacturing of AI-enhanced high-performance lithium-metal and lithium-ion batteries, provided a robust business update for the first quarter of 2026 on Wednesday, April 1.

Safe Harbor Financial (NASDAQ:SHFS) reported preliminary unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

XPENG (NYSE:XPEV) reported robust vehicle delivery results for March and the first quarter of 2026 on Wednesday, April 1, signaling a powerful start to the fiscal year.

Mercado Libre is shutting down its Mercado Coin cryptocurrency, ending a loyalty-driven token initiative launched to boost customer engagement across its platform.

Bitfarms shares rose 6.6% to C$2.73 despite reporting a widened $284.5 million net loss for 2025, driven by lower Bitcoin prices and rising operational costs.