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Toys’R’Us ANZ Limited has appointed voluntary administrators after abandoning its recapitalisation efforts, with ASX trading suspended immediately. The company aims to explore restructuring or sale options while maintaining operations.

Keybridge Capital has lodged a formal complaint with the Takeovers Panel, alleging improper dilution of its voting power in Yowie Group via the HHY Fund ahead of a pivotal shareholder meeting.

Merino & Co has amended its quarterly report to correct expenditure figures and clarify related party payments, while reporting significant operational progress including new product launches and cryptocurrency integration.

Yowie Group intensifies efforts to reclaim a substantial loan from Keybridge Capital, issuing a statutory demand and launching a share placement to shore up finances amid tariff challenges.

Yowie Group has announced an all-scrip off-market takeover bid for Keybridge Capital, offering one Yowie share per Keybridge share. The bid is subject to key regulatory and shareholder approvals, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in the ASX-listed consumer goods and investment sectors.

Zoono Group Limited has responded to an ASX price query following unusual trading activity, confirming no undisclosed price-sensitive information exists and linking the movement to ongoing shelf-life extension trials with OSY Group Ltd and multiple international partners.

Ecofibre Limited’s shares have been suspended from trading following the appointment of voluntary administrators, reflecting severe financial distress and regulatory concerns.

Yowie Group has clarified misleading substantial shareholder notices linked to Keybridge Capital's administration, denying any current plans for board changes and highlighting ongoing legal disputes.

Merino & Co reported a transformative quarter marked by operational upgrades, new product launches, and the integration of cryptocurrency payments, ending with a robust cash position to fuel future growth.

Toys"R"Us ANZ has entered a strategic three-year partnership with Directed Electronics Australia to co-develop private label products and enhance marketing capabilities, marking a pivotal step in its growth strategy.

Breville Group Limited delivered a robust first half for FY25, posting double-digit revenue growth and a significant rise in net profit, underpinned by strong consumer demand and proactive inventory management to counter tariff risks.

Breville Group Limited has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.18 per share for the six months ending December 31, 2024, signaling steady shareholder returns.