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Shares of Critical Metals Corp. jump 16.55% on revised acquisition terms for European Lithium Ltd.

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The amended acquisition terms provide a price collar that protects shareholders from dilution, leading to a significant stock price increase.

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CRML amended its European Lithium acquisition, swapping a fixed share ratio for a VWAP-linked floating ratio and an $8 to $16 cap-and-collar that limits dilution. Shares popped about 16.8% intraday while management said all other deal terms remain unchanged. The collar directly reduces a key downside for existing holders by capping dilution if the share price stays low and trimming upside if the stock rallies above $16. The market has already priced much of that relief with the ~16.8% jump, so pure post-announcement upside is constrained. We lean bullish because the amendment materially improves shareholder protection and keeps the transaction on track. Conviction 84. Size exposure cautiously in a downtrend and monitor approvals and the VWAP mechanics closely.

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