Latest Asic News

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.

Tempest Minerals has announced a $1.47 million non-renounceable pro-rata entitlement offer to fund its gold and iron ore projects in Western Australia, offering new shares with free-attaching options to existing shareholders.

Macquarie Bank Limited reported an 18% rise in net profit for FY2025, driven by growth in its retail banking segment despite margin pressures, while its commodities business faced subdued markets. The bank maintained strong capital ratios and advanced its risk and technology frameworks amid regulatory scrutiny.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% rise in full-year net profit to A$3.715 billion for FY25, driven by growth across its diversified businesses and a solid capital position. The group’s assets under management reached A$941 billion, supported by strong home loan and deposit growth.

Nanoveu Limited has launched a $2.7 million capital raising via a share placement and a substantial options offer, pending shareholder approval for securities issued to its Executive Chairman. The prospectus outlines key risks and the impact on the company’s capital structure.

Sparc Technologies has launched a Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders the chance to buy new shares at a 28.6% discount, aiming to raise up to $500,000 to fund key growth initiatives.

Blackstone Minerals and IDM International have agreed to an all-scrip merger to combine their critical minerals projects, including the Mankayan Copper-Gold Project in the Philippines. The scheme awaits shareholder and court approval, promising a diversified portfolio and enhanced market presence.

DMC Mining Limited has extended the closing date for its public share offer to August 2025 due to delays in securing exploration licences for its key Guinea projects. The company plans further regulatory updates to accommodate these changes.

Dropsuite secures Foreign Investment Review Board approval for its acquisition by NinjaOne, clearing a major regulatory hurdle ahead of the upcoming shareholder vote. Meanwhile, ASIC grants an extension for Dropsuite’s 2025 AGM, reflecting the pending transaction timeline.

DTI Group Limited has announced a fully underwritten pro-rata entitlement offer to raise approximately $2.69 million, primarily aimed at repaying a $1.25 million loan from major shareholder Finico Pty Ltd. The offer opens on 13 May and closes on 10 June 2025, with new shares priced at $0.006 each.

Gold Road Resources has entered a definitive agreement for acquisition by Gold Fields Limited, offering shareholders a compelling 43% premium and a special dividend. The scheme awaits shareholder and court approval, targeting completion by October 2025.

Galan Lithium Limited has launched a $4 million Share Purchase Plan for existing shareholders following a $13 million institutional placement, aiming to bolster its capital base at a consistent share price of $0.11.