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ASX:ALQ 2 February 2026

ALS share price drops 1.7% as metals slump rattles markets — what ALQ investors watch next

ALS share price drops 1.7% as metals slump rattles markets — what ALQ investors watch next

ALS Ltd (ALQ.AX) dropped 1.7% to A$24.23 Monday, with over 3 million shares traded—more than double its 10-day average. The ASX 200 slipped 1% as gold miners fell and metals prices plunged, with gold down 7.8% and silver off 14.4%. Traders shifted positions ahead of Tuesday’s Reserve Bank of Australia rate decision. The Australian dollar hit a one-week low before stabilizing.
2 February 2026
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  • PLS Group's Mitsubishi UFJ Exit and Lithium Expansion Impact on Shareholders
    March 14, 2026, 10:13 PM EDT. PLS Group (ASX:PLS) faces a shift as Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group ceases to be a substantial holder after share trades and securities returns. PLS's Pilgangoora lithium mine in Western Australia and its Brazil Colina project highlight operational strength and geographic diversification. Backed by about A$954 million cash and A$1.60 billion liquidity, PLS reported A$624 million sales and A$32.8 million net income in H1 FY2026, signaling a return to profitability. Despite this, lithium price volatility remains a risk for margins and capital expenditure returns. Mitsubishi UFJ's exit does not materially change near-term business drivers but could influence investor sentiment. Forecasts project A$1.4 billion revenue and A$247 million earnings by 2028, requiring strong growth amid volatility. Analyst views diverge, with fair value estimates ranging from 19% upside to 39% downside versus current price.
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