London's FTSE 100 slipped early on, ahead of the European Central Bank’s latest interest rate call and US GDP figures on Thursday.

Among equities, Wizz Air was one of many to report this morning, with shares in the airline taking a hit after it swung to a loss during the third quarter.

Halfords shares also fell, as the retailer backed full-year guidance but unveiled below-expected third-quarter sales.

Things were more positive for Dr Martens’ stock, as shares climbed on news that tough trading in the three months to December was in line with expectations.

Haleon also edged higher early on after announcing the sale of its ChapStick brand to Suave Brands Co to pay down debt.

And finally, radiation and bio-detection tech developer Kromek soared after unveiling a £1.4 million order from the EU.

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Evion Group NL (ASX: EVG, OTC: EVIGF) managing director Tom Revy sits down with Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive studio to talk about the start of commissioning at its expandable graphite facility in India. Evion is in a 50/50 with Metachem Manufacturing Company Pvt Ltd., which has invested more than US$4 million at the new state-of-the-art processing facility in Pune, India, where it plans to become a leading supplier of expandable graphite material to the existing and growing expandable graphite market. Revy discusses the JV’s ambition to become a supplier of expandable graphite material and the size of the market it is targeting, as well as its future scale-up plans. Production is scheduled for next month and sales are also not far away either, with offtake and sales agreements in place. Finally, Revy explains what it would mean for the company to become the ASX’s first expandable graphite company.

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Alligator Energy Ltd (ASX: AGE) CEO Greg Hall joins Jonathan Jackson in the Proactive Studio to discuss finalising the company’s 7.8% stake in EnviroCopper Ltd (ECL) and how this augments the company’s uranium focus. Hall speaks about what attracted Alligator to ECL, which also has a relationship with BHP Group Ltd, and the unique opportunity for Alligator to participate in copper ISR technology, research and trials. Alligator's in-house ISR knowledge is highly complementary and the collaboration will enhance the company’s existing ISR capabilities and extends its reach into an additional, increasingly sought-after commodity. Hall also talks about the coming work in the Alligator Rivers Uranium Province (ARUP) of the Northern Territory in Australia and at the Samphire Uranium Project. Finally, he looks at the busy year ahead for Alligator.

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Plurilock Security CEO Ian L. Paterson joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce a significant development for the company—a $2.5 million three-year sales order from a U.S. hospital system. This sale encompasses a range of critical enterprise cybersecurity capabilities and represents an expansion of a solution initially provided to the hospital system in October 2022.

Paterson highlighted that this successful sale was facilitated through the company's Aurora East team, which was acquired as part of the Atrion Communications Inc. asset acquisition in September 2022.

He went on to emphasize the growing concern over cybersecurity within the healthcare and hospital systems, as they have experienced a significant uptick in cyberattacks in recent years. These attacks have posed a serious threat to the healthcare data of millions of patients. The heightened risk has led to the proposed implementation of new cybersecurity rules for hospitals, as published by New York State on December 6th, 2023.

Plurilock Security's role in bolstering cybersecurity measures for healthcare institutions like this U.S. hospital system reflects its commitment to addressing the evolving challenges in the field of data protection and cybersecurity. As the healthcare sector grapples with these threats, Plurilock Security continues to provide innovative solutions to safeguard sensitive patient information and ensure the integrity of healthcare systems.

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RocketFuel CEO Peter Jensen joined Steve Darling from Proactive to discuss the company's decision to delist its shares. The primary reason behind this move is to allocate resources more efficiently towards customer service and business expansion, as complying with SEC requirements has proven to be both costly and time-consuming.

Jensen emphasized that the decision to delist will allow RocketFuel to place a greater focus on serving its clients rather than maintaining detailed financial records. He also mentioned concerns about potential stock manipulation, which could have contributed to the decline in the company's stock value.

For long-term investors, this delisting is unlikely to have a significant impact on their investments, as the core operations of the business remain unaffected. Jensen highlighted the company's impressive growth track record, with six consecutive quarters of doubling revenue. While unable to provide specific Q4 numbers, he expressed confidence in achieving their growth objectives.

It's important to note that the decision to delist shares will not impact the day-to-day operations for customers and partners, as RocketFuel continues to process thousands of transactions daily. Overall, RocketFuel Inc. aims to streamline its resources to support sustained growth in the year 2024.

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Nevis Brands CEO John Kueber joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share exciting news about the company's recent licensing agreement with Stash House in Missouri. This agreement grants Stash House exclusive rights to produce and distribute the cannabis beverage product known as "Major" in the state of Missouri.

Major is a unique dosable cannabis beverage, containing 100mg of THC, designed to provide the effects of cannabis within a remarkably short time frame of 10-20 minutes after consumption. Notably, Major has already gained significant popularity, with over 5 million bottles sold since its initial launch in Washington State back in 2019.

Kueber informed Proactive that Missouri witnessed cannabis sales totaling an impressive $1.3 billion in 2023. Stash House, under this licensing agreement, will have access to the full lineup of Major products, with a particular focus on the production of Major shots. This expansion into Missouri marks the ninth state where Major will be exclusively licensed for production. Currently, Major is available in Washington, Oregon, Arizona, Ohio, Colorado, and Nevada, with plans for production in California and Michigan underway.

Nevis Brands' strategic partnerships and rapid expansion into various states highlight the growing demand for innovative cannabis products like Major. As the company continues to broaden its reach and availability, it positions itself for further success and market growth in the cannabis industry.

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Cloud DX CEO Robert Kaul joined Steve Darling from Proactive to reveal an exciting new contract with Ontario-based VHA Home HealthCare. VHA is a not-for-profit home care organization with a mission focused on creating opportunities for greater independence. With operations spanning multiple regions in Ontario and a team of nearly 3,000 professionals, including nurses, personal support workers, rehab therapists, and home support workers, VHA serves over 100,000 clients and their families annually.

Kaul explained to Proactive that Cloud DX will be supporting VHA in delivering care and assistance to their clients, enabling them to safely remain in their homes. Cloud DX will provide clients with Remote Patient Monitoring (RCM) software and devices, allowing them to easily complete surveys, capture biometric readings, and engage with their care team through virtual means.

Since the start of 2024, Cloud DX has already announced over $1.8 million in new contracts, underscoring its growing presence and impact in the healthcare industry.

This multi-year partnership between Cloud DX and VHA represents a significant step forward in enhancing the quality of care and support for clients, allowing them to benefit from cutting-edge technology and remote monitoring services. The collaboration between Cloud DX and VHA aims to deploy Connected Health RCM services to a substantial portion of eligible clients, marking a promising development in the realm of home healthcare in Ontario.

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First Phosphate Corp CEO John Passalacqua joined Steve Darling from Proactive to share important news regarding Quebec's commitment to the development of critical and strategic minerals. The Quebec Minister of Natural Resources and Forests unveiled the 2023-2025 Action Plan for the implementation of the Quebec Plan for the Development of Critical and Strategic Minerals 2020-2025.

Passalacqua revealed to Proactive that this update to the Quebec list of critical and strategic minerals will now include apatite, specifically phosphate. Quebec now joins the ranks of jurisdictions such as Ontario, the European Union, and South Korea, which all recognize phosphate as a critical and strategic mineral.

Importantly, Passalacqua emphasized that a decision by the Governments of Canada and the United States on the status of phosphate as a critical and strategic mineral is anticipated in 2024 or beyond. Current data from Argus Phosphate Rock Analytics indicates that North American phosphate production is slated to decline by 61% by 2037.

First Phosphate Corp's objective is to establish an LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery valley in the Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean region of Quebec. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for LFP battery cathode active materials across North America, thereby contributing to the sustainable development of critical minerals within the region.

This recognition and commitment from Quebec represent a significant step toward securing a domestic and strategic supply chain for critical minerals, which are vital components in various industries, including the rapidly growing battery sector. It highlights the potential for Quebec to play a pivotal role in meeting the future demand for these essential resources.

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HANetf head of research Tom Bailey joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion with insights into the ETF market for 2024, following a remarkable performance in 2023.

Bailey emphasized the dominance of a few major companies, dubbed "The Magnificent Seven" (Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta/Facebook, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla), which significantly influenced the major indices' performance in 2023. This concentration in market cap-weighted indices has led to a shift in investor interest towards equal-weighted ETFs to mitigate concentration risk.

Highlighting the geopolitical tensions and their impact on the market, Bailey introduced the 'Future of Defence UCITS ETF' (ticker: NATO), focusing on conventional and cyber defence companies from NATO or NATO Plus member countries. This product aligns with the growing need for responsible investment in geopolitically sensitive sectors.

Furthermore, Bailey discussed the rising interest in uranium due to energy security concerns and the shift towards low-carbon energy sources. He mentioned the 'Sprott Uranium Miners UCITS ETF' (ticker: URNM), which offers exposure to uranium miners benefiting from the increasing demand for nuclear energy.

Overall, Bailey's insights suggest a 2024 ETF market characterized by a move towards equal weighting, a focus on sectors influenced by geopolitical tensions, and a growing interest in sustainable energy sources like nuclear power. These trends underline the evolving nature of ETF investments and the importance of diversification and responsible investing in today's market.

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Aclara Resources CEO and Director Ramón Barúa joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to share the results of a preliminary economic analysis (PEA) conducted on its the Carina Module ionic clay rare earths project in Brazil.

Barúa revealed the project's robust economics, highlighting its $1.2 billion net present value and impressive 29% IRR over a 17-year production span. The project's capital repayment time is notably short at 3.6 years, despite a substantial investment of $582 million. Emphasizing Carina's global significance, Barúa noted that its production in 2023 would constitute 13.7% of China's official output, a leading market in this sector.

Beyond financial metrics, Aclara's commitment to environmental sustainability was a key discussion point. The company's patented extraction method eliminates the use of explosives and reduces CO2 emissions by avoiding crushing and milling processes. This eco-friendly approach aligns with circular economy principles, featuring complete recycling of water and plant reagents.

Barúa also highlighted the importance of dysprosium, a rare earth element critical in the energy transition, particularly in electric vehicles. He pointed out the projected surge in dysprosium demand, with estimates indicating a need for 8,000 tonnes by 2033, a significant increase from the current supply of 3,000 tonnes.

Regarding the project's timeline, Barúa explained the gap between the operational pilot plant and the projected commissioning in 2029, attributing it to the lengthy permitting process in Brazil. He remains optimistic, citing enthusiastic support from local government officials and precedent set by other regional producers. The interview concluded with Barúa indicating ongoing drilling efforts to expand Carina's resource base, with updates expected in the coming months.

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