** Shares of Regener8 Resources rise 5% to A$0.105, set for their best session since Sept 2, if current gains hold
** The metal explorer reports favourable analysis results from its East Ponton project in Western Australia
** Says analysis indicates expansion of nickel and copper resources at the project's Hatlifter prospect
** Stock down 19.2% YTD, including current session's moves
(Reporting by Nikita Maria Jino in Bengaluru)
((Nikita.Jino@thomsonreuters.com;))