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Nex Metals Exploration Limited (ASX:NME)

ALERT: Price-sensitive ASX Announcement for NME
Current share price for NME : $0.011 -0.007 (-38.89%)+
Announcement
Release
5 Jun 2026 8:50AM
Price at Release
$0.018
Full Release
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Summary
Nex Metals Exploration Limited (NME) has completed the divestment of its 20% interest in the Yundamindra and Kookynie Gold Projects to Arika Resources Limited. This transaction provides NME with a net cash consideration of $0.5 million and a significant shareholding in Arika, enhancing its balance sheet without issuing new shares. The divestment aligns with NME's strategic focus on gold exploration and development, allowing the company to concentrate on advancing the Kookynie Tailings Project and other gold exploration initiatives in Western Australia and Egypt's Eastern Desert. This move also satisfies outstanding joint venture obligations and secures ongoing exposure to potential exploration successes through Arika's accelerated project advancements. The company is confident in maintaining ASX listing requirements through its diversified portfolio.
Key Points
  • Completion of divestment of 20% interest in Yundamindra and Kookynie Gold Projects.
  • Net cash consideration of $0.5 million received.
  • Significant shareholding in Arika Resources Limited acquired.
  • Focus on Kookynie Tailings Project and new exploration opportunities.
  • Strengthened balance sheet without issuing new shares.
  • Satisfied joint venture funding obligations.
  • Maintains ongoing exposure to project development through Arika.
  • Confident in meeting ASX compliance requirements with current portfolio.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This information is autogenerated and has not been reviewed for accuracy or completeness. You should refer to the full announcement here for further information.