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Smartpay Holdings Limited’s shares have been suspended from the ASX following New Zealand’s High Court approval of its acquisition by Shift4 Holdings Limited, marking a significant milestone in the payment processing sector.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
29 Oct 2025
Smartpay Holdings has secured final court approval for its acquisition by Shift4 Holdings, setting the stage for share suspension and delisting in early November. Shareholders will receive NZ$1.20 per share in cash upon completion, pending final conditions.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
24 Oct 2025
Smartpay Holdings Limited shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the proposed scheme of arrangement with Shift4 Holdings Limited, clearing a crucial hurdle towards finalising the acquisition.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
14 Oct 2025
Smartpay Holdings Limited shareholders convened to vote on a proposed NZ$1.20 per share acquisition by Shift4 Payments, a deal that offers a significant premium and promises immediate cash returns. The Board unanimously endorses the scheme, highlighting a thorough competitive process and the absence of superior bids.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
14 Oct 2025
Smartpay Holdings Limited shareholders are set to vote on a proposed NZ$1.20 per share cash acquisition by Shift4 Holdings Limited, with the Board unanimously recommending the deal. The scheme offers a significant premium amid regulatory and competitive challenges.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
18 Sept 2025
Smartpay Holdings has secured initial High Court orders for its Scheme of Arrangement with Shift4, marking a key procedural step toward the proposed acquisition. Shareholders will soon receive detailed information ahead of a crucial vote.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
17 Sept 2025
Shift4 Payments has secured Overseas Investment Office approval for its NZ$1.20 per share acquisition of Smartpay, advancing the proposed scheme of arrangement closer to completion.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
4 Aug 2025
Shift4 Payments, LLC has entered into a definitive scheme implementation agreement to acquire Smartpay Holdings Limited at NZ$1.20 per share, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals. The transaction outlines a detailed timetable and conditions, including Overseas Investment Office consent and court sanction.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
23 June 2025
Smartpay Holdings has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by US-based Shift4 Payments for NZ$1.20 per share, representing a significant premium and a near NZ$300 million valuation. The deal, recommended unanimously by Smartpay’s board, awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
23 June 2025
Smartpay has reported an 8.5% rise in consolidated revenue for FY2025, driven by growth in Australia and a bold entry into New Zealand’s acquiring market. However, investments in technology and market expansion have weighed on EBITDA.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
28 May 2025
Smartpay Holdings Limited posted solid FY25 financials with revenue surpassing $104 million, driven by Australian market gains and promising New Zealand pilot progress. The company is advancing its trans-Tasman payments strategy amid regulatory developments.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
28 May 2025
Smartpay Holdings Limited reported a 9% increase in revenue to NZD 104.7 million for FY2025 but recorded a net loss and suspended its dividend, signaling challenges ahead despite top-line growth.
Claire Turing
Claire Turing
28 May 2025