Latest Mergers And Acquisitions News

Lion Energy has struck a pivotal farm-out deal with OPIC, securing 88% funding for its 2026 Bula Karang exploration well in Indonesia’s East Seram PSC, significantly reducing its financial exposure while retaining substantial upside.

Southern Cross Gold Consolidated has reported exceptional high-grade gold and antimony drill results at its Sunday Creek Project, including a standout 12.2m intercept at 33.3 g/t AuEq. The drilling has connected two major mineralized systems, expanding the project's potential significantly.

Life360 has completed its $120 million acquisition of advertising tech firm Nativo, expanding its reach and capabilities in family-focused digital advertising. The company also announced surpassing 50 million monthly active users in the U.S., positioning it alongside major consumer platforms.

IAG has integrated RACQ Insurance into its core reinsurance programs, expanding catastrophe coverage and boosting downside protection through to 2029. This move aims to stabilise earnings and unlock synergies following RACQ’s acquisition.

Olympio Metals has released final assay results from its 2025 drilling at the Bousquet Gold Project, revealing multiple high-grade gold intersections and confirming a large, continuous mineralised system.

SGH Ltd and Steel Dynamics have jointly proposed a $13.2 billion acquisition of BlueScope Steel, offering shareholders a significant premium and planning a strategic split of assets between Australia and North America.

BlueScope Steel has received a $30 per share takeover proposal from a consortium of SGH Limited and US-based Steel Dynamics, sparking fresh speculation about the steelmaker's future.

Medallion Metals Limited has opened a Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders in Australia and New Zealand the chance to buy shares at a 20.8% discount, aiming to raise $5 million for advancing its Forrestania and Cosmic Boy projects.

Embark Early Education Limited has initiated an off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited, offering shareholders a choice between scrip or cash consideration at a significant premium. The bid aims to consolidate operations and expand Embark’s footprint across Australia’s childcare sector.

Estrella Resources appoints Robert Mencel as CEO, transitioning to Managing Director by mid-2026, to spearhead its limestone and manganese projects in Timor-Leste. The leadership reshuffle aims to accelerate development and operational ramp-up.

Carbonxt Group Limited has raised $600,000 through a share placement to fund working capital and increase its ownership in New Carbon Processing, LLC to 46.7%. The move supports progress at New Carbon’s Kentucky facility as it nears commissioning.

Verity Resources has secured a major new exploration licence at its Monument Gold Project in Western Australia, doubling its landholding to over 400 square kilometres and unlocking fresh exploration opportunities in the prolific Laverton Goldfields.