Latest Australian Competition And Consumer Commission News

The ACCC has approved Elders Limited’s acquisition of Delta Agribusiness, contingent on Elders divesting six Delta retail stores in Western Australia to preserve local competition.

Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media have agreed to merge in an all-scrip deal, creating a dominant integrated TV, audio, and digital platform across Australia. The merger aims to unlock significant cost synergies and expand audience reach across metropolitan and regional markets.

Seven West Media and Southern Cross Media have announced a proposed all-scrip merger to create a leading integrated media company spanning TV, audio, digital, and publishing platforms across Australia.

Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media have agreed to merge, creating a dominant integrated TV, audio, and digital platform in Australia. The deal promises significant cost synergies and shareholder value accretion, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

Seven West Media and Southern Cross Media have agreed to merge, creating a dominant integrated media company with extensive reach across TV, audio, and digital platforms in Australia. The merger promises significant cost synergies and enhanced shareholder value, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has scheduled its decision on Elders Limited’s acquisition of Delta Agribusiness for 9 October 2025, as Elders continues to address regulatory concerns.

Atlas Arteria has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 0.20 per security for the six months ending June 2025, payable in early October. The dividend is fully unfranked, reflecting the company’s international income streams.

Garda Property Group has announced a quarterly distribution of AUD 0.02 per security for the period ending September 30, 2025, incorporating a notable non-cash capital gain component from a recent asset sale.

The ACCC has raised preliminary concerns that IAG’s proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance in Western Australia could reduce competition, potentially leading to higher premiums and limited repair service access for rivals.

Woolworths Group posted a modest 1.7% revenue increase to $69.1 billion for the 52 weeks ending June 2025, while earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) fell 12.6%, weighed down by challenges in its Australian Food and BIG W segments.

Coles Group Limited reported modest growth in FY25 with $44.35 billion revenue and $1.08 billion net profit, underpinned by major supply chain investments and sustainability milestones. The company maintained dividends but faces ongoing legal challenges.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited has announced a quarterly dividend of 5.875 cents per stapled security, combining a partially franked dividend and a partial loan note repayment, payable in September 2025.