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ITM Power (LSE:ITM) has formed a strategic partnership with Rheinmetall to support its Giga PtX programme, an initiative aimed at developing a decentralised network of synthetic fuel production facilities across Europe for NATO forces.

The project envisions hundreds of sites, each equipped with up to 50 MW of electrolysis capacity and capable of producing between 5,000 and 7,000 tonnes of e-fuels annually. Early deployments are expected to take place in the UK. The collaboration combines Rheinmetall’s expertise in defence systems and Power-to-X solutions with ITM Power’s large-scale electrolyser technology.

The partnership is designed to enhance energy security and operational resilience for defence applications, particularly in areas where electrification is impractical. It also positions ITM Power to secure repeat, high-volume orders for electrolysers in a strategically important and growing market, reflecting increasing demand for reliable, independent green fuel supply in critical operations.

Despite the strategic opportunity, ITM Power continues to face financial challenges, including ongoing losses and negative cash flow, although it maintains a low-debt balance sheet. Technical indicators point to strong momentum, but overbought conditions suggest potential near-term volatility. While operational execution and order backlog quality are improving, profitability and cash generation remain key hurdles, and valuation is constrained by negative earnings.

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ITM Power is a UK-based manufacturer of proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysers used to produce green hydrogen. The company designs and builds industrial-scale systems for energy and industrial customers, supporting decarbonisation efforts.

Listed in London and recognised with the Green Economy Mark, ITM Power combines proprietary technology with integrated manufacturing and engineering capabilities. Through its Hydropulse build-own-operate model, it also offers hydrogen supply solutions aimed at reducing costs and enabling wider adoption of green hydrogen across multiple sectors.

AEW UK REIT (LSE:AEWU) reported an unaudited net asset value of £171.97 million, or 108.38 pence per share, as of 31 March 2026. The company delivered a quarterly NAV total return of 0.96%, with a modest 0.05% like-for-like increase in portfolio value, supported בעיקר by gains in office and industrial assets.

The board declared a 2 pence interim dividend for the quarter, marking its 42nd consecutive quarterly payout and implying a yield of around 8.1% at the period end. The distribution remains underpinned by a conservative balance sheet, including a loan-to-GAV ratio of 25.21% and a low fixed cost of debt of 2.959% through to July 2027.

Operationally, asset management initiatives across key properties in Bristol, Runcorn, and St Helens contributed to valuation gains. At the same time, upcoming lease events across leisure and industrial assets are expected to create both near-term income pressure and longer-term value opportunities. The company flagged some earnings impact from vacancies and a lease renegotiation with Odeon at a reduced rent, though one vacant unit is already under offer and alternative use strategies are being explored. Management also noted continued resilience despite share price volatility linked to broader geopolitical uncertainty.

Strategically, AEW UK REIT confirmed it is evaluating a potential all-share offer for Alternative Income REIT, although no formal bid has been confirmed. The move signals possible sector consolidation as the company looks to expand its income-focused portfolio. Meanwhile, the trust continues to outperform the CBRE UK Quarterly Index on capital growth and is actively reviewing disposal opportunities, including Barnstaple Retail Park. It is also addressing tenant-related risks, such as the administration of National Car Parks at its York asset, by exploring replacement operators and alternative uses.

Looking ahead, the company benefits from strengthened financial positioning, including a shift to zero reported debt and improved recent earnings performance. Its high dividend yield and reasonable valuation provide additional support, although weaker cash flow in 2025 and historically uneven results temper the outlook. Market indicators remain broadly neutral rather than strongly positive.

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AEW UK REIT plc is a London-listed real estate investment trust investing in a diversified portfolio of UK commercial properties across industrial, office, retail, and leisure sectors. The company focuses on delivering income for investors, targeting an annual dividend of 8 pence per share, supported by active asset management, lease optimisation, and a low-cost, fixed-rate debt structure extending to 2027.

Premier African Minerals (LSE:PREM) reported continued development at its Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project in Zimbabwe, where installation of the Xinhai Flotation Plant is moving forward. Work includes the integration of site-built components, installation of tailings infrastructure, and near completion of electrical systems.

The company is streamlining plant operations by removing underperforming sorting equipment and addressing issues linked to thickener systems. At the same time, it is rebuilding its processing team, resuming pit dewatering to enable selective mining, and preparing the site for commissioning. These steps come alongside indications that Zimbabwe’s current restrictions on lithium concentrate exports may transition toward a regulated framework permitting exports by compliant producers.

Management believes that eliminating high-cost and unreliable components will enhance operational stability, lower costs, and support consistent plant performance once Zulu reaches full production. The anticipated shift in export policy is also seen as a key positive, potentially enabling revenue generation while aligning with Zimbabwe’s broader push for in-country beneficiation.

Despite operational progress, the company continues to face financial challenges, including ongoing losses, negative gross margins, and sustained cash outflows. Market indicators remain weak, with the share price trending below major technical levels and momentum signals negative. Valuation support is limited given the absence of earnings and dividend yield.

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Premier African Minerals is an AIM-listed natural resources company focused on Southern Africa, with a portfolio spanning lithium, tantalum, tungsten, rare earth elements, and gold. Its key assets include the Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project and the RHA Tungsten Project in Zimbabwe, alongside additional lithium and gold exploration projects in Mozambique. The company’s portfolio ranges from near-term production assets to early-stage exploration opportunities.

hVIVO plc (LSE:HVO) has issued its Annual Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2025, alongside the formal Notice of Annual General Meeting. Shareholders can now access the full set of documents, including proxy voting materials, via the company’s website.

The AGM is scheduled for 13 May 2026 and will be held at the offices of DAC Beachcroft in the City of London. The meeting will provide shareholders with the opportunity to vote on key resolutions and engage with management on the company’s performance and strategy. The release of these materials represents a standard but important step in hVIVO’s corporate governance and investor engagement process.

The company’s broader outlook remains supported by strong financial performance, including solid revenue growth and a low-leverage balance sheet. While technical indicators suggest positive momentum, the share price continues to trade below key moving averages, indicating potential resistance. Its relatively low valuation multiple and modest dividend yield may appeal to both value and income-focused investors.

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hVIVO plc is a UK-based full-service clinical development specialist and a global leader in human challenge trials, partnering with seven of the world’s ten largest biopharma companies. The group provides end-to-end services ranging from preclinical consulting through to early-stage clinical trials, supported by advanced virology and immunology laboratories.

Operating across four core divisions—Consulting, Clinical Trials, Human Challenge Trials, and Laboratories—hVIVO focuses on accelerating proof-of-concept studies for vaccines and therapeutics. Its dedicated quarantine facility in London enables controlled viral exposure trials, while its FluCamp platform supports volunteer recruitment and long-term biobanking for ongoing research initiatives.

Integrated Diagnostics Holdings (LSE:IDHC) reported a robust performance for 2025, with revenues rising 37% to EGP 7.9 billion. Growth was driven by an 11% increase in test volumes alongside a 24% improvement in average revenue per test, reflecting both higher demand and pricing dynamics.

The group significantly expanded its footprint, increasing its branch network from 628 to 767 locations, primarily across Egypt. Demand remained resilient despite pricing adjustments, while operations in Sudan continued to be largely paused due to ongoing conflict.

Profitability strengthened notably, with gross profit up 54% and EBITDA climbing 61%, resulting in improved margins. These gains were supported by tighter cost management, procurement efficiencies, and disciplined control of selling, general, and administrative expenses. Net profit rose 29%, while adjusted net profit surged 79%, highlighting the strength of underlying earnings.

The board declared a modest dividend, balancing shareholder returns with the need to retain capital for further growth. Strategic expansion remains a priority, including the acquisition and integration of Cairo Ray for Radiotherapy, which enhances the company’s capabilities in delivering a more comprehensive diagnostics offering.

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Integrated Diagnostics Holdings is a major provider of diagnostic healthcare services across the Middle East and Africa, with operations in Egypt, Jordan, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, and Sudan. The company offers a broad range of services including laboratory testing, radiology, and radiotherapy, serving both individual patients and corporate clients in rapidly growing healthcare markets.

Workspace Group (LSE:WKP) reported stable trading in the fourth quarter, with enquiry levels holding firm and conversion rates from enquiry to lettings remaining consistent. However, softer pricing weighed on performance, resulting in a 1.4% decline in total rent roll to £127.3 million and a drop in rent per square foot, despite a slight improvement in occupancy.

Management is now pursuing a repositioning strategy aimed at enhancing its offering for smaller businesses, including upgrades across its flexible office portfolio. This shift is expected to come at the expense of near-term profitability, with the company also adjusting its dividend policy to a lower earnings cover starting from FY 2025/26.

Workspace continued to execute its £200 million disposal programme, completing or agreeing sales worth £125.7 million, primarily involving assets considered lower priority. Discussions on additional disposals are ongoing. The group retains a strong financial position, with £241 million in cash and undrawn facilities and a pro forma loan-to-value ratio of 35%.

Looking ahead, the company expects ongoing pressure on rents and pricing, combined with the disposal of higher-yielding properties and increased interest costs, to impact both valuations and trading profit in FY 2026/27. Despite these headwinds, management believes the current strategy will support more sustainable earnings growth over the longer term.

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Workspace Group PLC is a London-focused real estate investment trust specialising in flexible office and studio space for start-ups, SMEs, and growing businesses. The company owns and manages a portfolio of multi-let properties across the capital, targeting the value segment of the flexible workspace market with an emphasis on sustainability and adaptability.

Cora Gold (LSE:CORA) has agreed a binding US$120 million gold streaming arrangement with its major shareholder Eagle Eye Asset Holdings, providing full funding for the Sanankoro Gold Project in southern Mali through to production. This follows a recent £15.7 million equity raise, strengthening the overall financing package.

Under the terms of the agreement, Eagle Eye will be entitled to purchase up to 30.44% of gold produced at Sanankoro at 20% of prevailing market prices. Cora retains the option to refinance up to half of the streaming facility with senior debt once key permits are secured, offering flexibility to optimise its capital structure over time.

The funding is expected to accelerate construction once permitting is complete. A 2025 definitive feasibility study for the project outlined a post-tax NPV (8%) of US$221 million and an internal rate of return of 65%, with average annual production of around 64,000 ounces during the first five years at an all-in sustaining cost of US$1,478 per ounce.

The transaction is classified as a related-party deal, reflecting Eagle Eye’s 29.9% shareholding and board representation. It further reinforces the investor’s role as a cornerstone backer, supporting Cora’s dual strategy of advancing Sanankoro toward production while continuing to expand its broader resource base across West Africa.

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Cora Gold Limited is a gold development company focused on West Africa, with operations in Mali and Senegal. Its primary asset is the Sanankoro Gold Project, located in the Yanfolila Gold Belt in southern Mali, which is being advanced as an open-pit oxide mine. The project is supported by a probable reserve of 531,000 ounces and led by a management team experienced in developing large-scale gold operations.

discoverIE Group (LSE:DSCV) reported a strong finish to the year, with momentum building in the fourth quarter as demand strengthened across all divisions. Orders increased by 16% at constant exchange rates and 15% organically, significantly outpacing sales growth of 6%.

The Magnetics & Controls division experienced a notable rebound, particularly from industrial and medical customers, while Sensing & Connectivity recorded improved performance driven by increased demand from industrial, security, and wireless markets.

For the full year ended 31 March 2026, orders rose 9% at constant exchange rates and 5% organically, contributing to a higher closing order book. Sales grew 5% overall and 2% on an organic basis, with acquisitions accounting for an additional 3%. Strong gross margins, operational efficiencies, and reduced financing costs helped keep the group on track to deliver adjusted EPS growth in line with expectations.

The company continued to invest in future capacity and growth, expanding manufacturing operations in Thailand and progressing construction of a larger facility in India, expected to be completed in the first half of the new financial year. It also strengthened its engineering and sales teams across the U.S. and Europe. In addition, discoverIE completed the acquisition of Trival Antene, while maintaining gearing within its target range and building a pipeline of further acquisition opportunities and design wins.

While the group demonstrates solid financial health and supportive technical indicators, revenue growth remains moderate and valuation metrics, including a relatively high P/E ratio, suggest some caution. Nevertheless, its combination of organic expansion and targeted acquisitions positions it for continued long-term growth.

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discoverIE Group plc is a FTSE 250-listed international designer and manufacturer of customised electronic components for industrial applications. Operating through its Magnetics & Controls and Sensing & Connectivity divisions, the company supplies application-specific components to original equipment manufacturers across sectors such as medical, transport electrification, renewable energy, security, and industrial automation. Its business model is underpinned by long-term customer relationships and recurring revenue streams.