Latest Mergers And Acquisitions News

AuKing Mining reports promising exploration results at Myoff Creek and steady progress at Koongie Park, while grappling with a failed Cloncurry acquisition and significant board changes.

Finder Energy has completed its acquisition of the Petrojarl I FPSO, issuing over 37 million shares to Amplus Energy as part of the US$15 million deal. Amplus’ Managing Director joins Finder’s board, signalling deeper collaboration.

Mitchell Asset Management challenges Identitii Limited’s recent rights issue, alleging it could unfairly boost Beauvais Capital’s stake close to 50%, sparking a potential showdown at the Takeovers Panel.

Djerriwarrh Investments Limited reported a $20.7 million half-year profit with a steady fully franked dividend, despite portfolio returns lagging the ASX 200. The company signals a strategic pivot with quarterly dividends and selective portfolio adjustments.

Hiremii Group has raised $1.764 million through a strategic placement to fuel growth of its AI-driven recruitment platform and appointed Vaughan Webber as its new Chair.

Central Petroleum has confirmed its strategic acquisition in the Cooper and Otway Basins is now unconditional, with completion set for 23 January 2026, marking a significant expansion of its asset portfolio.

Riversgold Limited reports encouraging shallow gold intersections at its Northern Zone Gold Project near Kalgoorlie, supported by a $2.15 million capital raise with MEGA Resources as a key investor. The drilling results and strategic partnership set the stage for advancing mining plans in 2026.

Forrestania Resources has completed an $18 million placement tranche and upscaled its oversubscribed Share Purchase Plan to $5 million, securing $23 million to advance its gold production strategy in Western Australia.

OzAurum Resources has acquired a key heap leach agglomeration plant, significantly reducing development risks and capital costs for its Mulgabbie North Gold Project. This strategic move positions the company to fast-track feasibility and production amid strong gold prices.

Santa Fe Minerals is set to finalise its acquisition of gold projects in Cote d’Ivoire, pending the completion of a capital raising expected this week. This move marks a significant step in the company’s expansion strategy in West Africa.

Jupiter Energy reported steady oil production and US$1.6 million in domestic sales for Q4 2025, while completing integration of its West Zhetybai oilfield into a regional gas utilisation network.

MRG Metals has completed its acquisition of the Garies Rare Earth Project, adding a high-grade, magnet-rich rare earth asset in South Africa to its portfolio. This move significantly boosts the company’s exposure to critical minerals essential for emerging technologies.