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<WIRE> Immuron (ASX:IMC) surged in response to record quarterly sales of diarrhoea drug

Immuron, an Australian biopharmaceutical company (ASX:IMC), saw its shares climb high as much as 13.3% to A$0.085, marking the biggest intraday percentage gain since September 13.

Immuron (ASX:IMC) experienced its highest level since the same day in September.

The boost followed record Q1 sales of the firm’s digestive health immune supplement, Travelan, which amounted to A$1.3 million, compared to A$25,565 in Q1 of FY23.

Immuron (ASX:IMC) expects further demand for Travelan’s resupply as retail pharmacies continue to sell the product to consumers.

Nearly 189,200 company (ASX:IMC) shares exchanged hands by 0253 GMT, compared to the 30-day average volume of 59,912.

Though the shares experienced a decrease of 12.8% year-to-date as of the last closing, this recent increase marks a substantial turnaround.

Immuron (ASX:IMC) concentrates on developing and commercializing oral immunoglobulin treatments for inflammation-mediated and infectious diseases.


<WIRE> Kazia Therapeutics (ASX:KZA) Plummets to One-Year Low Following Delisting Announcement

Shares of Kazia Therapeutics (ASX:KZA) dropped dramatically, down by as much as 43.8% to A$0.090, reaching their lowest point since December 30, 2022.

The stock is currently down by 37.5%, potentially marking its worst day since August 1, 2022 if these losses continue.

The biotechnology company has expressed its intention to delist from the Australian Securities Exchange.

The board agrees that the costs, administrative burden and commercial challenges of maintaining their ASX listing outweigh any potential benefits.

However, Kazia Therapeutics (ASX:KZA) will keep its listing on the NASDAQ.

More than 2.1 million shares have traded hands, this is 28.3 times the usual 30-day average volume of 75,110 shares.

Despite today’s fall, the stock has risen 73.9% this year, as of the last closed trading session.

Kazia Therapeutics (ASX:KZA) is a biotechnology company that develops treatments for a range of oncology indications.


<WIRE> Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) Slumps Amid Bleak Outlook and Recent Results

Shares of Australia’s Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) have struggles as the stock fell by as much as 5.5% down to an alarming A$5.4.

This is likely the bank’s worst day since May 31, if current losses persist.

The bank foresees increased risk heading into FY24 due to a raised cost of living and sustained higher interest rates.

It also predicted revenue and margin pressure to persist into FY24 due to slower credit growth and competition.

The bank has reported a cash net profit after tax of A$450 million for FY23 which comes in 4% below the consensus estimates of Visible Alpha.

Brokerage UBS labels the bank’s net interest margin fall of 21bps during the half as ‘somewhat concerning’, which further emphasizes the adverse conditions faced by smaller banks.

Citi notes the result as significantly weak, with the possibility of further negative recalibrations to the FY24 consensus expectations.

As of its last closing, the Bank of Queensland stock had decreased by 16.2% this year.

Bank of Queensland (ASX:BOQ) is a Brisbane-based financial institution known for personal banking and financial solutions.



<WIRE> Eagers Automotive (ASX:APE) Reaches Five-Week Peak

Eagers Automotive (ASX:APE)’s shares escalated to a five-week high, recording an increase of up to 4.1% reaching A$14.910.

If the upward surge continues to hold, it will realize the highest profits since August 30.

The firm’s stock has also reached its zenith level since September 7.

Analysts view Eagers Automotive’s purchase of a dealerships network throughout Melbourne and Victoria as a positive business move.

Earnings potentials that may decline in the upcoming 12-18 months would be compensated by this acquisition, Citi estimates.

Morgan Stanley asserts this acquisition would enhance turnover by approximately A$1.0 bln and could result in a 3%-4% increase in earnings.

But the target pricing has been lowered to A$14.60 down from A$14.70 because of expected high debt originating from the acquisition.

Following the acquisition, Morningstar adjusted their fair value estimate, increasing it by 6% to A$12.50.

As of the latest close, Eagers Automotive’s stock had already seen a 32% surge this year.

Eagers Automotive is an Australian-based company engaged in automotive retail and logistics.


<WIRE> Revasum Inc (ASX:RVS) Reports Quarterly Revenue of $4.69 Million

Revasum Inc (ASX:RVS) has announced their total quarterly revenue reporting in at $4.69 million, a 43.0% increase from previous figures.

The company expects further growth in service and consumable parts sales in the coming days.

Efforts to remain focused on controlling operating expenses and improving efficiencies in all aspects of business are ongoing.

Expense control and cash flow management also remain top of the priority list for Revasum.

Revasum Inc, a semiconductor equipment manufacturer, revolves around improving the performance of existing products and creating new technologies.



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<WIRE> Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE (ASX:URW) Unveils Broad Enhancements for Better Places

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE (ASX:URW) has announced a comprehensive evolution of its Better Places initiative.

The company aims to cut its carbon emissions by 90% for Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030, and for all scopes by 2050.

Further, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE (ASX:URW) has enhanced its environmental targets to focus more on biodiversity, water, waste, climate adaptation, and community impact.

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE is a leading global developer and operator of flagship shopping destinations.


<WIRE> Ingenia Communities (ASX:INA) to Divest its 2.4-Hectare, Leasehold Broulee Holiday Park

Ingenia Communities (ASX:INA) has announced plans to divest its leasehold Broulee Holiday Park, located on the NSW South Coast.

The park covers a 2.4-hectare plot and contracts for its divestment have already been exchanged.

Additionally, Ingenia has reported a total of 79 home settlements in the first quarter of the current financial year.

The park has been sold at its book value of A$7.1 million.

The company remains optimistic about its holiday business, with forward bookings remaining elevated compared to the same period in 2023 and up 9% through to the end of 2024.

Ingenia has also exchanged contracts to divest a non-core 7.8-hectare block of land in Hervey Bay.

As the residential market conditions slowly improve, the Hervey Bay site has been sold for A$11.5 million.

Ingenia Communities is a property group that owns, operates and develops a growing portfolio of affordable seniors communities across key urban and coastal markets in Australia.



<WIRE> Tombador Iron (ASX:TI1) Halts Mining Operations at the Tombador Project

Tombador Iron (ASX:TI1) made the decision to halt operations at its Tombador project.

The company believes that the suspension will provide it with the necessary time to assess the economic feasibility of the project in a comprehensive manner.

At present, the company is discussing with the mining contractor about the timeline of the suspension, the associated costs, and the process to be followed.

The prevailing market conditions and various external factors have posed some operational challenges that have an impact on the financial viability of the project.

Tombador Iron is a company involved in iron ore mining and exploration activities.