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** Shares of Renegade Exploration Limited RNX.AX rise as much as 50% to A$0.005, their highest level since November 3
** Stock set for its strongest trading session since September 26, if current trend holds
** The mineral explorer says inclusion of germanium within the Canadian government's critical minerals framework is positive for future exploration at its Yukon Project, which previously reported the presence of germanium
** Adds that Canada's federal government plans, including the formation of a C$2 billion ($1.43 billion) sovereign fund for critical minerals, will strengthen co's strategic supply chains and support exploration
** YTD, shares down 10%, including the current moves
($1 = 1.4024 Canadian dollars)
(Reporting by Aamir Shaik Khalid in Bengaluru)
((mailto: Aamir.SheikKhalid@thomsonreuters.com))