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Jangada Mines PLC (LSE:JAN) has divested its stake in Blencowe Resources PLC to concentrate on its new gold-focused strategy, centered on the Paranaíta Gold Project in Brazil. With a strengthened balance sheet, the company is positioned to accelerate exploration and development activities, aiming to upgrade the existing gold resource and deliver a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) targeting a 20,000-ounce-per-year operation.

This strategic pivot is designed to enhance Jangada’s presence in the Brazilian gold sector, with the potential to substantially expand its resource base and create long-term value for shareholders. Management sees the Paranaíta project as a cornerstone for establishing the company as a significant gold producer in the region.

About Jangada Mines PLC

Jangada Mines PLC is a natural resource development company focused on mining operations in Brazil. Its primary activities revolve around gold exploration and production, with the Paranaíta Gold Project representing a high-grade, gold-rich porphyry-epithermal system central to the company’s growth strategy.

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Smarttech247 Group PLC (LSE:S247) has issued a year-end trading update alongside plans to delist from AIM. The company highlighted key strategic achievements, including securing major multi-year contracts across multiple sectors and strengthening its service offerings by attaining elite partner status with Splunk.

Despite experiencing softer margins, Smarttech247 expects revenue to surpass market guidance, with recurring income making up a substantial portion of total revenue, underscoring both resilience and growth potential. The proposed AIM delisting is intended to address perceived undervaluation in public markets and provide the company with greater strategic flexibility. Management anticipates that the move will reduce costs and regulatory burdens, allowing a sharper focus on long-term growth and shareholder value. A matched bargain facility will be established to maintain shareholder liquidity following the delisting.

About Smarttech247 Group PLC

Smarttech247 is an award-winning cybersecurity company specializing in AI-driven Managed Detection and Response (MDR). Its services include threat intelligence, 24/7 threat detection, investigation, and response for international clients across sectors such as automotive, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, security, transport, and public services. With offices in Ireland, the UK, Romania, Poland, and the USA, the company emphasizes proactive threat prevention using advanced technologies and a highly skilled incident response team.

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Dekel Agri-Vision Plc (LSE:DKL) has delivered a robust performance in the first half of 2025, reporting a 24.5% increase in group revenue and a 10.7% rise in EBITDA, resulting in a break-even net profit compared to a loss in the prior year. The company’s Cashew Operation saw remarkable growth, with revenues up 150% and a significant reduction in EBITDA loss, while its Palm Oil Operation maintained steady performance.

Financially, Dekel Agri-Vision has strengthened its position through strategic measures such as an equity raise and debt restructuring, setting the stage for improved results across the full year. These initiatives complement operational gains and support the company’s long-term growth strategy.

About Dekel Agri-Vision

Dekel Agri-Vision Plc is a West Africa-focused, multi-project agriculture company. Its Palm Oil Operation in Ayenouan, Côte d’Ivoire, processes local smallholders’ fruit at a 60,000tpa capacity crude palm oil mill. Meanwhile, the Cashew Operation in Tiebissou is progressing toward full commercial production, reflecting the company’s commitment to expanding its multi-commodity agricultural portfolio.

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Mirriad Advertising PLC (LSE:MIRI) has released its unaudited interim results for the first half of 2025, highlighting key strategic initiatives aimed at positioning the company for future growth. During the period, Mirriad focused on reducing its cost base and expanding into new regional markets, despite navigating internal restructuring and challenging external conditions.

The company expects revenue to strengthen in the second half of the year, driven by a leaner cost structure, market expansion, and continued product development. Part of the restructuring involved establishing a joint venture in the US and advancing white-label opportunities for its platform, steps designed to enhance long-term growth and improve financial performance.

About Mirriad Advertising

Mirriad Advertising PLC is a global leader in virtual product placement and in-content advertising. Its multi-patented, award-winning platform allows dynamic insertion of products and brands into television, SVOD/AVOD, music, and influencer content. Operating primarily in Europe and India, Mirriad creates new revenue streams for content owners while enhancing audience engagement and viewing experiences.

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Blackbird PLC (LSE:BIRD) has revealed a new collaboration between its browser-based video editing platform, elevate.io, and the Greater New York Chamber of Commerce. The partnership is designed to support Chamber members through initiatives such as the Chamber’s ‘Annual Business Expo,’ interactive webinars, and educational “lunch and learn” sessions. These efforts aim to boost video creation skills within the business community.

The initiative marks an important step in elevate.io’s growth strategy, with a particular focus on entrepreneurs and small businesses across the US East Coast. By offering accessible, collaborative video editing tools, elevate.io is positioning itself as a valuable resource for companies looking to strengthen their digital presence.

Financially, Blackbird continues to face challenges tied to profitability and cash flow, although its equity base remains strong. While valuation concerns linger due to ongoing negative earnings, the company’s strategic moves and recent partnerships highlight potential pathways for growth and broader market adoption.

About Blackbird PLC

Blackbird PLC is active in the Software-as-a-Service, Media, and Entertainment sectors, specializing in cloud-based video editing solutions. Its core offerings include Blackbird, a suite of cloud-native video tools, and elevate.io, a collaborative content creation platform accessed directly through the browser. In addition, the company licenses its technology through the ‘Powered by Blackbird’ model, extending the reach of its patented video editing framework.

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Phoenix Spree Deutschland Ltd (LSE:PSDL) has published its interim results for the first half of 2025, reporting strong progress on its shift toward accelerating condominium sales. Both the number and value of transactions have risen sharply, reflecting growing demand and the success of the company’s repositioning strategy.

The transition of properties from the Private Rented Sector into condominiums is running ahead of expectations, giving management confidence in sustaining momentum through the remainder of the year. Alongside this operational progress, refinancing of existing borrowings remains on schedule. The move is expected to expand the sales pool and provide the flexibility needed to resume shareholder distributions, underscoring the company’s commitment to creating long-term value.

About Phoenix Spree Deutschland Ltd

Phoenix Spree Deutschland Ltd is a UK-listed investment company focused on Berlin’s residential real estate market. Its strategy centers on acquiring and managing residential assets in the city, while accelerating condominium sales, reducing debt, and returning capital to shareholders.

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Buccaneer Energy PLC (LSE:BUCE) has released its interim results for the first half of 2025, reporting revenues of $888,956 alongside a net loss of $944,232. Despite the loss, the company made operational progress by completing the second phase of its workover program at Pine Mills, which has contributed to increased production volumes.

The company has also secured funding to drill additional wells in the Fouke area, further strengthening its growth pipeline. In addition, Buccaneer is evaluating innovative opportunities, including the potential use of natural gas to power Bitcoin mining operations, which could diversify its revenue base.

Management noted that Buccaneer is working to improve its financial standing by capitalizing on favorable credit terms and pursuing new development prospects. The strategy reflects a focus on balancing operational expansion with long-term financial resilience.

About Buccaneer Energy PLC

Buccaneer Energy PLC is an international oil and gas exploration and production company with assets in Texas, USA. The group concentrates on developing and producing hydrocarbons, with its East Texas properties serving as a key growth driver. The company is also actively reviewing new exploration and development opportunities across Texas and surrounding states.

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Zinnwald Lithium plc (LSE:ZNWD) has released its interim results, showcasing notable progress at its flagship Zinnwald Lithium Project in Germany. A recently completed Pre-Feasibility Study confirmed the project’s robust economics, projecting a post-tax Net Present Value of €2.2 billion and a total life-of-mine cash flow of around €12.1 billion. Once operational, the mine is expected to provide enough lithium to support the production of over one million electric vehicles per year, reinforcing the EU’s objectives to strengthen domestic raw material supply chains.

To accelerate permitting and technical work, the company has raised £3.4 million, backing its strategy to develop the project in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. The Government of Saxony has also acknowledged the project as strategically important, adding further weight to its development potential.

Despite these operational achievements, Zinnwald Lithium’s financial outlook remains challenging. The company continues to operate without revenue and posts recurring losses, which tempers enthusiasm around its near-term investment case. While strong technical milestones and government support improve its long-term profile, financial risks and valuation pressures continue to pose hurdles. For investors, the real test will be how effectively Zinnwald can convert these strategic and operational wins into tangible financial progress.

About Zinnwald Lithium Plc

Zinnwald Lithium plc is focused on establishing itself as a major supplier of lithium hydroxide to Europe’s fast-growing battery industry. The company’s Zinnwald Project in Germany is strategically positioned near leading automotive and chemical hubs, with the ambition of becoming one of Europe’s most significant sources of battery-grade lithium.

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European equities traded mostly lower on Thursday, pressured by persistent inflation and signs of a cooling U.S. labor market, raising questions over the Federal Reserve’s near-term rate moves.

The losses were somewhat contained after a survey indicated that German consumer confidence could stabilize in October. The forward-looking index climbed to -22.3 from a revised -23.5 in September, reflecting improved income expectations.

At mid-morning, Germany’s DAX fell 1.0%, France’s CAC 40 lost 0.8%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 slipped 0.4%.

Corporate Movers:

• TotalEnergies (EU:TTE) eased in Paris following its announcement to slow the pace of share repurchases for the remainder of the year.
• Defense contractor Babcock International (LSE:BAB) dropped in London after maintaining its full-year guidance.
• European automakers performed well as August car registration data showed a second consecutive monthly increase.
• JD Sports Fashion (LSE:JD.) rallied after unveiling a £100 million share buyback initiative.
• Safety and health technology firm Halma (LSE:HLMA) advanced after raising its full-year revenue growth forecast.

Overall, European markets remain cautious, balancing U.S. economic uncertainties with pockets of corporate optimism.

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Stock futures in the U.S. edged lower on Thursday, suggesting Wall Street’s losing streak could extend for a third straight session.

Persistent doubts over the strength of the artificial intelligence trade remain a drag, with Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) and Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) once again underperforming. Ahead of the open, Nvidia was down 1.2% and Oracle slid 3.5%.

The downward momentum picked up after fresh economic data painted a stronger picture of the U.S. economy. The Labor Department reported that initial jobless claims declined to 218,000 for the week ending September 20, down from the prior week’s revised figure of 232,000. Forecasts had pointed to an increase to 235,000.

The drop in claims could raise concerns that the Federal Reserve will see less need to continue with rate cuts.

Adding to the mix, the Commerce Department said durable goods orders rebounded 2.9% in August, after a revised 2.7% decline in July. Economists had expected another small decline of 0.5%.

Traders are now awaiting Friday’s personal income and spending data, which will include the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge.

Midweek Market Recap

On Wednesday, U.S. markets extended Tuesday’s slide. After starting the day mixed, the major indices moved decisively lower as trading progressed.

The Dow dropped 171.50 points, or 0.4%, to 46,121.28. The Nasdaq shed 75.62 points, or 0.3%, to 22,497.86, while the S&P 500 fell 18.95 points, or 0.3%, to close at 6,637.97.

Nvidia fell 0.9% in the session, adding to Tuesday’s 2.8% loss, while Oracle lost another 1.7%.

Powell’s Warning on Valuations

Concerns over valuations also weighed on sentiment after Fed Chair Jerome Powell gave a cautious assessment during remarks in Rhode Island on Tuesday. Powell said equity markets are “fairly highly valued” after their climb to record highs.

He described the rate outlook as a delicate balancing act:

• There is “no risk-free path” for policy.
• Cutting too fast could “leave the inflation job unfinished.”
• But holding rates too high for too long could trigger “unnecessarily” weak job conditions.

Powell called the current environment a “challenging situation,” with inflation risks tilted upward and employment risks tilted downward.

Sector Moves

Tech hardware was the day’s weakest group, with the NYSE Arca Computer Hardware Index tumbling 2.3% from a record close.

Gold producers also retreated, pulling the NYSE Arca Gold Bugs Index down 2.2%, while airline shares dropped as the NYSE Arca Airline Index slipped 1.6%.

Additional losses hit telecom, networking, and brokerage firms, though energy stocks rose alongside another jump in crude oil prices.

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