Latest Mergers And Acquisitions News

Queste Communications reported a strong cash inflow from investing activities in April 2025, driven by a $3 million receipt linked to the termination of an iron-ore royalty. The company ended the month with a robust cash position of over $4.1 million.

The Takeovers Panel has received a contentious application from Keybridge Capital challenging Yowie Group’s recent private share placement, alleging breaches of takeover laws amid internal disputes within Keybridge.

Health and Plant Protein Group Ltd (HPP) has received a US$3.38 million tax refund from the US IRS linked to its 2023 US subsidiary sale, slightly exceeding prior estimates. The company plans to return surplus assets to shareholders and pursue strategic growth opportunities under a leaner cost structure.

Melbana Energy reports steady oil production from its Alameda-2 well with over 15,000 barrels stored and prepares to drill the Amistad-2 well imminently, advancing its Block 9 development in Cuba.

Burley Minerals has successfully closed a significantly oversubscribed entitlement offer, raising more than $1.1 million to advance its iron ore and lithium projects in Australia and Canada.

Babylon Pump & Power is set to acquire Matrix Hydro Services, enhancing its water management capabilities in Western Australia’s mining sector, supported by a $3.5 million entitlement offer.

RareX Limited has successfully raised A$2.7 million through a share placement, attracting strong institutional support to advance its rare earths exploration projects in Australia and Kenya.

Centuria Industrial REIT reports robust Q3 leasing activity with over 102,000 sqm of lease terms agreed year-to-date and advances $60 million in development projects, reaffirming its FY25 earnings and distribution guidance.

Babylon Pump & Power Limited has announced an accelerated non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise approximately $3.5 million, aimed at completing a key acquisition and supporting its working capital needs. The offer invites existing shareholders to subscribe for new shares at $0.004 each on a 7-for-20 basis.

Exxaro Resources has agreed to acquire a near 20% stake in Jupiter Mines and a controlling interest in the Tshipi Manganese Mine, reshaping ownership and operational dynamics in the Kalahari Manganese Field.

Janus Electric Holdings has completed its acquisition of Janus Electric Limited, issuing 50 million shares to finalize the deal and setting the stage for its anticipated ASX reinstatement on May 21.

Tartana Minerals has raised $1.55 million through a director-led unsecured loan facility and appointed Dr Alistair Lewis as its new Chairman, signaling a strategic push in exploration and project advancement.