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Woodside Energy Group’s (ASX: WDS, NYSE: WDS) half-year report, ending June 30, 2025, reveals a strong performance with a focus on value and growth. Highlights include a fully franked interim dividend of 53 US cents per share, production of 548 Mboe/d, and advancements in major projects like Scarborough (86% complete) and Trion (35% complete). Woodside made FID on the Louisiana LNG Project and sold a 40% stake in its infrastructure to Stonepeak. Net profit reached $1,316 million.

Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) appointed Mary Ellen Adcock to its board of directors, effective immediately. Adcock, currently an executive at Kroger, brings extensive retail and marketing expertise. She will serve on the corporate governance and audit committees. CEO Marc Bitzer highlighted Adcock’s consumer behavior insights as invaluable for Whirlpool’s innovation and consumer experience enhancement efforts. Adcock’s background includes leadership roles at Kroger and an MBA, which will complement her real-world experience on the board.

The Bancorp, Inc. (TBBK) has successfully completed a $200 million offering of 7.375% Senior Notes due 2030, generating approximately $197 million in net proceeds. The Bancorp intends to use the funds to redeem existing senior notes, repurchase shares, and support general corporate purposes, including expansion of The Bancorp Bank, National Association. The notes, maturing on September 1, 2030, feature semi-annual interest payments and redemption options. Piper Sandler & Co. and Raymond James & Associates, Inc. managed the deal.

HCW Biologics (HCWB) reported mixed Q2 2025 results. A $5M equity raise helped shore up finances and debt was extinguished. However, revenue plummeted to $6,550, and the Wugen License Agreement was suspended. R&D spending decreased while G&A expenses increased. Despite reducing its net loss, the company expresses doubt about its ability to continue without additional funding. They are seeking new licensing deals and clinical trials are planned. HCWB regained Nasdaq compliance but remains under Panel Monitor.

Northwest Biotherapeutics (NWBO) announced the passing of Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Les Goldman. Goldman was a key contributor to NWBO, a biotech firm focused on personalized immune therapies for solid tumor cancers, particularly via its DCVax® platform. NWBO is advancing DCVax®-L for glioblastoma, with UK regulatory review underway. They are also developing DCVax®-Direct for inoperable solid tumors. His responsibilities are being assumed by existing management.

Ameriprise Financial welcomed financial advisors Chris Theis and Michael Thomas, formerly with Commonwealth Financial Network, to its independent channel. Managing over $150 million in combined client assets, they cited Ameriprise’s personalized support, growth-focused resources, and integrated technology as key factors in their decisions. Theis valued the boutique-like environment combined with robust support, while Thomas sought practice management tools to manage growth. Their moves highlight Ameriprise’s success in attracting talent amidst industry consolidation.

Genius Group (GNS) will host a live call on August 26, 2025, to discuss legal updates, including a market manipulation lawsuit and RICO case. GNS seeks $750M+ in the RICO case and rescission of a 2024 agreement with LZGI, demanding the return of 7.4M shares and $6.6M. A Florida court ruled against LZGI directors. Any legal proceeds will be split 50/50 between shareholders and Bitcoin purchases.

Tinka Resources (TKRFF) received approval to drill its Silvia gold-copper property in Peru, 100 km south of the Antamina mine. Silvia NW target boasts three mineralized zones along a 4 km trend. Area A shows promising trench samples, including 46 meters at 1.9 g/t gold and 0.8% copper. A 1,500-meter drill program is planned for Q4 2025, pending funding. The property spans 10,906 hectares with permits for 40 drill platforms over 4 km².

Alkane Resources (ALKEF) updated its FY2026 production guidance, expected in September, after merging with Mandalay Resources. The company is converting mineral estimates to JORC Code. FY2025 saw Costerfield produce 38,037 oz gold and 817 tonnes antimony, and Björkdal produced 41,364 oz gold. Total revenue was US$264.9M (Costerfield: US$136.8M, Björkdal: US$128.1M). The company retracted previous mine life estimates, advising investors against relying on them.

ASSA ABLOY acquired SiteOwl, a U.S.-based cloud platform for physical security lifecycle management. This acquisition enhances ASSA ABLOY’s integrated security solutions, addressing the growing demand for streamlined management of physical security systems. SiteOwl’s platform, founded in 2020, covers design, installation, and maintenance. ASSA ABLOY aims to offer a comprehensive service suite and lead the digital transformation of access control infrastructure.