Latest Acquisition News

The Takeovers Panel has issued final orders against Humm Group Limited following misleading statements about a Credit Corp takeover proposal and improper share acquisitions by a major shareholder. The Panel mandates corrective disclosure and divestment of shares to restore market integrity.

Melbana Energy Limited’s March quarter report details modest crude production from the Alameda-2 well in Cuba and ongoing preparations for the Amistad-11 drilling, which remains on hold due to a joint partner’s funding default. The company holds $2 million in cash and continues to process seismic data to refine its subsurface models.

Little Green Pharma Ltd (ASX:LGP) has secured overwhelming shareholder approval from Cannatrek Ltd for its proposed acquisition scheme, advancing the transaction toward Federal Court approval and implementation by early May 2026.

Whitehaven Coal (ASX:WHC) has entered a US$600 million senior secured syndicated loan facility with a 4.5-year tenor, aimed at refinancing existing debt, lowering funding costs, and extending debt maturity. The facility reflects lender confidence in the company’s financial discipline and credit profile.

Beetaloo Energy Australia Limited has announced a non-underwritten placement and a follow-on share purchase plan to raise approximately A$66.3 million at a discounted price, aiming to finance the completion of the Carpentaria Gas Plant and advance development activities targeting first gas sales in late 2026.

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) has moved closer to fully acquiring Barrenjoey Capital Partners, proposing to increase its ownership to 100% through a share issuance. The transaction, valued at approximately A$1.6 billion, has received positive market response and awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Invictus Energy has secured renewal of its Environmental Impact Assessment in Zimbabwe and is poised to execute a key Petroleum Production Sharing Agreement, enabling significant exploration and appraisal activities in the Cabora Bassa Basin.

Great Northern Minerals Ltd has finalised the sale of its remaining minority interest in Golden Ant Mining Pty Ltd, receiving $1.9 million in cash and strengthening its liquidity to approximately $4.4 million. The company plans to deploy these funds towards ongoing exploration and potential acquisitions.

Tivan Limited has reported significant high-grade copper, gold, and cobalt assay results from surface sampling at its Baucau and Ossu Projects in Timor-Leste, reinforcing the projects’ exploration potential and setting the stage for expanded field activities.

The GPT Group delivered solid financial and operational results for 2025, growing assets under management to nearly $40 billion and advancing strategic partnerships across retail, logistics, and office sectors.

Atomos Limited has obtained a new $10 million finance facility from Commonwealth Bank of Australia to support strategic growth initiatives and product development, while also reducing the cost of its existing loan. The company reconfirms its FY26 revenue and EBITDA guidance despite ongoing global uncertainties.

West Cobar Metals (ASX: WC1) is progressing its U.S.-focused critical minerals strategy by formally engaging with U.S. government funding programs and partnering with Washington D.C.-based advisor GreenMet. The company’s Australian projects contain key minerals aligned with U.S. supply chain priorities, while it evaluates potential U.S. acquisitions to expand its footprint.