Latest Asic Investigations News

Accent Group reported a $13.8 million statutory loss for FY26 after a $48.6 million goodwill impairment, while underlying profit and dividends also fell. The footwear retailer is betting that store expansion, cost savings and portfolio closures can support its defence against Frasers Group’s $0.65 takeover bid.

ASIC has closed its investigations into WiseTech Global, Richard White and two current employees without enforcement action. A separate inquiry into another individual continues, leaving one thread unresolved.

WiseTech Global’s FY26 annual report charts a year of extraordinary expansion, with revenue up 79% after the e2open acquisition and underlying EBITDA up 56%. But the stronger earnings base comes with heavier debt, a major workforce reset and unresolved regulatory risks.

DroneShield Limited reported record revenue of $125.8 million for the half-year ended June 2026, driven by recurring income and geographic diversification, while posting a $32.2 million statutory loss due to margin pressure and strategic investments.

humm Group reports a 60% drop in FY26 net profit after tax to $15.7 million, weighed down by irregular legal expenses and credit impairments, while declaring a final dividend and completing major board renewal.

The Takeovers Panel has opted not to pursue proceedings over allegations of undisclosed share ownership and associations in GWR Group, referring unresolved concerns to ASIC for further scrutiny.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX:EOS) posted a 284% surge in first-half 2026 revenue to $169 million, driven by robust defence contracts and regional tensions. Its order book hit a historic $846 million, prompting an upgrade to full-year guidance and signalling strong momentum in counter-drone and laser weapon systems.

Frasers Group has extended the deadline for its on-market takeover bid for Accent Group shares to 30 September 2026, maintaining all other offer terms unchanged.

Frasers Group has initiated an unconditional on-market takeover bid for Accent Group at $0.65 per share, aiming to increase its stake beyond 22.9% amid concerns over Accent’s recent financial performance and strategic direction.

Accent Group revises down FY26 earnings guidance following April sales hit from geopolitical tensions and announces ASIC investigation into past securities trading involving senior executives.

Electro Optic Systems (ASX: EOS) reported a 13% increase in contract backlog to A$518 million in Q1 2026, driven by multiple major defence orders and the opening of a new Singapore facility. The company’s cash position remains strong despite a $4 million ASIC penalty.

Electro Optic Systems reported a 27% revenue drop to $128.5 million in FY2025 but posted a net profit of $18.6 million, boosted by the sale of EM Solutions. The company strengthened its position with key contract wins and acquisitions, including the UK-based Interceptor business and a conditional deal for MARSS.