The FTSE 100 saw a bright start to the day after the S&P 500 breached the 5,000 mark in a record for US stocks on Thursday.

Back in the UK, Tesco shares were buoyed after the supermarket struck a deal to sell the majority of its banking operation to Barclays.

Housebuilder Bellway offered a glimmer of optimism for the embattled property market, noting in its interim results that customer enquiries were higher than usual for the winter months. Revenue slumped though, coinciding with news that the number of landlords in arrears had doubled by late 2023, reflecting tough conditions on the back of high interest.

And finally, BAE Systems-backed Air Astana told investors its shares would be priced at US$9.50 each for next week’s London IPO, valuing the Kazakh carrier at US$847 million.

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Mitre Mining Corporation Ltd (ASX: MMC) executive director Ray Shorrocks joined Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive studio this morning to talk us through the company’s recent Chilean acquisition. Following shareholder approval, the company is now poised to establish major silver-gold resource at its new Cerro Bayo project. Mitre takes hold of the existing JORC inferred resources of 3.82 million tonnes at 206g/t for 24.7 million ounces silver equivalent, and importantly Cerro Bayo has substantial scope for rapid growth, with extensive known high-grade mineralisation outside the resource. The project also includes infrastructure valued over A$150 million to support a future restart of operations, including a 500,000 tonnes per annum operational mill, extensive underground mines, power network, offices and workshops. With $8.3 million in the bank after a capital raise and drilling to begin shortly, it's all systems go for Mitre.

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Intelligent Monitoring Group Ltd (ASX: IMG) CEO Dennison Hambling joins Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive studio to talk through the highlights of the company’s last quarter and its acquisition of ADT. Hambling gives an overview of the company’s work in the security space, before explaining the value of the ADT acquisition. The last quarter marked the first full quarter post ADT acquisition and revenue reached $39.2 million, while EBITDA reached $7.2 million for the quarter (EBITDA $5.9 million in Q1). Hambling also discusses the recent Securely acquisition, the need for greater security solutions in residential areas where crime is increasing and IMG’s three key strategies including rebuilding its commercial market position, driving residential security service penetration (through DIY security offers), and simplifying its business.

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Nexus Minerals managing director Andy Tudor sits down with Jonathan Jackson to discuss the start of a 2,000-metre diamond drill program at the Bethanga copper-gold project, 260-kilometres northeast of Melbourne in Victoria. The company is targeting areas prospective for copper-gold porphyry style mineralisation. Four drill holes have been planned that will target the most prospective areas interpreted from the fertility study as the surface expression of a porphyry system. Tudor also discusses the highlights of the recent quarterly, the company’s strong cash position and what’s happening at the Wallbrook Project.

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Torque Metals Ltd (ASX: TOR) managing director Cristian Moreno sits down with Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive studio to discuss the establishment of a “substantial” initial exploration target for the New Dawn Lithium Project. Moreno discusses how the target came about just six months after it acquired the project, the importance of its location just 600 metres from MinRes’s lithium producing Bald Hill mine and the fact that Torque has only covered 40% of ground as it looks to a mineral resource estimate. With drilling ongoing, there is plenty of newsflow to come from New Dawn, but also at the company’s Paris Gold Project, where it is also drilling and aiming for a maiden exploration target and mineral resource estimate. Finally, Moreno discusses what sets Torque apart from its peers.

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Earths Energy Ltd (ASX:EE1) managing director Matt Kay joins Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive Australia studio to discuss the substantial geothermal tenement footprint it has obtained near potential customers in South Australia and Queensland. Kay provides a broad overview of the company before outlining the potential of its tenements and the role they can play in Australia’s energy mix. The MD also explains why geothermal is so important to the energy mix, the rise of geothermal projects overseas including by the likes of Shell, BHP, BP, Chevron and other energy giants and how Earths Energy can help Australia bridge the gap. Finally, Kay talks about the milestones the company is aiming to hit in 2024 and the company’s investment case.

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American Rare Earths Limited CEO Donald Swartz joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share a significant milestone for the company. American Rare Earths Limited has proudly announced the completion of the Technical Report of Exploration for its Halleck Creek Property in Wyoming. This report not only marks a comprehensive assessment of the property's exploration efforts but also includes an updated Resource estimate that showcases a remarkable increase of 64% in in-situ tonnes compared to the maiden resource estimate from September/October 2023.

Swartz elaborated during the interview, detailing the significant growth in resource estimates resulting from the exploration endeavors. The updated estimate now stands at an impressive 2.34 billion tonnes, with 1.81 million tonnes consisting of 27% Magnetic Rare Earth Oxides (“MREO”) at 3,196 ppm Total Rare Earth Oxides (“TREO”) using a 1,000ppm TREO cut-off. Of particular note is the measured and indicated resources, which have seen a staggering 128% increase, totaling 1.42 billion tonnes with a grade of 3,295 ppm TREO using the same 1,000ppm TREO cut-off.

Furthermore, Swartz highlighted the impact of the company's 2023 drilling efforts, which have not only expanded the lateral and vertical resource extents but have also revealed that the deposit remains open at depth and along strike. This suggests the potential for further resource expansion and underscores the significance of ongoing exploration efforts in unlocking the full potential of the Halleck Creek Property.

The completion of the Technical Report of Exploration and the subsequent increase in resource estimates signify a pivotal moment for American Rare Earths Limited, positioning the company for sustained growth and success in the rare earths market. With a substantial increase in resources and ongoing exploration activities, American Rare Earths Limited is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for rare earth elements and solidify its position as a key player in the industry.

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Fathom Nickel CEO Ian Fraser joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share an exciting update regarding the company's Albert Lake Project in Saskatchewan. Despite a brief weather delay, drilling operations have commenced on site, marking a significant milestone for Fathom Nickel.

During the interview, Fraser provided insights into the initial drilling efforts, highlighting the primary target area: a robust and prominent conductor located in the northeastern section of the figure. This conductor, detected through time domain electromagnetic (TDEM) surveys, is estimated to be situated approximately 350 meters below the surface, with a minimum strike length of 450 meters. Moreover, it coincides with a gravity anomaly, further emphasizing its geological significance.

Fraser outlined the company's expectations of uncovering additional drill targets from the "Middle" and "North" TDEM grids, underscoring the comprehensive approach to exploration at the Albert Lake Project. Any potential drill targets identified from the "South" grid will be earmarked for future drill programs, indicating the company's commitment to systematic and strategic exploration.

The commencement of drilling operations signifies a pivotal phase in Fathom Nickel's exploration journey, as it seeks to unlock the potential of the Albert Lake Project and unearth valuable mineral resources. With a focused approach and promising geological indicators, Fathom Nickel is poised to make significant strides in advancing its exploration efforts and delivering value to its stakeholders. Stay tuned for further updates as the drilling campaign progresses and potential discoveries unfold.

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Cloud DX CEO Robert Kaul joined Steve Darling from Proactive to reveal an exciting development for the company. Cloud DX has secured a significant purchase order for up to 300 advanced Vitaliti Continuous Vital Sign Monitor Systems and related software, valued at approximately $770,000. These cutting-edge units will be manufactured at the company's facility in Kitchener, Ontario, and are slated for delivery by the end of the second quarter of 2024. The purchase order stipulates a 50% deposit with the remaining balance to be settled upon delivery.

During the interview, Kaul elaborated on the innovative features of the patented and patent-pending Vitaliti units. These state-of-the-art devices are earmarked for deployment in multi-site studies involving post-operative patients. The first of these studies will be conducted under a Health Canada Investigational Testing Authorization (ITA) in advance of securing full Health Canada licensing and FDA clearance. Post-surgery patients will be monitored remotely at home using Vitaliti, with the collected data slated for use in training generative artificial intelligence algorithms. These algorithms are expected to revolutionize healthcare outcomes by predicting and mitigating adverse events proactively.

This purchase order represents a significant milestone for Cloud DX, underscoring the growing demand for its innovative healthcare solutions. With the deployment of Vitaliti units in pivotal clinical studies, Cloud DX is poised to make substantial strides in advancing patient care and driving the adoption of predictive healthcare technologies. Stay tuned for further updates as Cloud DX continues to spearhead innovation in the healthcare sector.

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ESE Entertainment Inc CEO Konrad Wasiela joined Steve Darling from Proactive to shed light on the company's strategic focus on gaming technology, spanning two key verticals: the production of eSports events and user acquisition technology. ESE has forged partnerships with major game developers such as EA Sports and Activision Blizzard, facilitating the acquisition of millions of users for their games.

With an internal tech team and access to a vast PC game database, ESE has experienced consistent growth and secured contracts on a regular basis. The explosive growth of the gaming industry is palpable, characterized by a steady influx of new games and players. ESE's organization of tournaments not only fosters competition but also contributes significantly to community building for game developers.

Wasiela highlighted recent partnerships, such as the one with Samsung, as indicative of the increasing recognition of gaming's importance by large corporations. Looking ahead to 2024, Wasiela emphasized the company's commitment to maintaining momentum through strategic partnerships and anticipated a series of news announcements throughout the year. These announcements would underscore the ongoing acceleration of the gaming industry and ESE's pivotal role within it.

Overall, ESE Entertainment Inc's focus on gaming technology positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of eSports and user acquisition. With a strong foundation and a forward-thinking approach, the company is poised to capitalize on the vast opportunities presented by the booming gaming industry. Stay tuned for further updates as ESE continues to drive innovation and growth in this dynamic sector.

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