Latest Mergers And Acquisitions News

Waratah Minerals has executed a binding agreement to acquire the Ironclad Mining Lease, expanding its Spur Gold Project footprint in New South Wales and unlocking significant gold exploration opportunities.

Forrestania Resources has agreed to acquire MacPhersons Reward, consolidating its Coolgardie gold tenure with a $5 million cash and share deal that supports its shift from explorer to near-term producer.

Fiducian Group’s FY2026 half-year results reveal robust growth with a 9% rise in funds under management and a 17% jump in underlying net profit, despite ongoing regulatory challenges.

Legend Mining’s latest geophysical surveys at Pyrophyllite Hill within the Pinnacle Well Project reveal promising signs of gold mineralisation alongside confirmed industrial mineral potential, setting the stage for upcoming drilling campaigns.

Genesis Minerals Limited has announced a recommended scheme to acquire Magnetic Resources NL, bringing a high-grade 2.2 million ounce gold resource near its Laverton mill and offering Magnetic shareholders a compelling premium with a mix of cash and shares.

Genesis Minerals has announced a recommended court-approved scheme to acquire Magnetic Resources for A$639 million, significantly expanding its resource base and production outlook. The acquisition includes the high-grade Lady Julie project near Genesis’ Laverton mill, promising operational synergies and supporting an aspirational 500,000 ounces per annum production target.

Eden Innovations has taken a major step in strengthening its balance sheet by converting a $2.2 million loan into equity, positioning the company debt free and ready to accelerate growth.

Australian Clinical Labs reported a modest revenue dip but achieved growth in earnings and margins in 1H26, while updating FY26 guidance and addressing wage increases mandated by the Fair Work Commission.

Ansell Limited reported a robust 61.5% surge in net profit for the first half of FY26, driven by operational efficiencies and strategic acquisitions, while announcing a planned CEO transition.

BlueScope Steel reported a robust first half of FY2026 with underlying EBIT soaring 81% to $557.5 million and announced a $3.00 per share shareholder return plan, while decisively rejecting a $30 per share takeover proposal.

Contact Energy has announced a $525 million equity raise to accelerate its renewable energy projects, following a strong first half of FY26 with significant profit growth and strategic acquisitions.

Freightways Group Limited reported a robust HY26 with revenue rising 8.5% and net profit surging 17.2%, underpinned by strong volume growth and a key acquisition in Australia. The company’s disciplined approach to margin improvement and M&A signals confidence in its cross-Tasman logistics strategy.