Latest Australian Competition And Consumer Commission News

The ACCC has moved Peter Warren Automotive’s proposed acquisition of 30 Wakeling Automotive dealerships to a Phase 2 review, citing risks of reduced competition in Sydney’s Macarthur region.

Superloop has finalized its $165 million purchase of Lightning Broadband, adding 56,000 secured lots to its Fibre-to-the-Premises network across six Australian states and territories. The deal, funded by cash and debt, keeps net leverage low and comes with regulatory approval of a functional separation framework to support open-access wholesale services.

Elders Limited lifted half-year revenue by 32% to $1.77 billion, with profit after tax rising 17% to $39.5 million, boosted by the Delta Agribusiness acquisition and improved seasonal conditions. The company declared an 18-cent fully franked interim dividend and advanced its new divisional model and systems modernisation.

The ACCC has given the green light for Zurich’s acquisition of ClearView, clearing a major regulatory hurdle. With board and Crescent Capital Partners backing the deal, the transaction edges closer to completion, pending further approvals.

Regis Resources and Vault Minerals have agreed to merge, creating Australia's third-largest ASX-listed gold producer with over 700,000 ounces annual output and a diversified asset base.

Regis Resources Ltd (ASX:RRL) and Vault Minerals Ltd (ASX:VAU) have agreed to merge via a scheme of arrangement, forming a new senior gold producer with over 700,000 ounces annual production and a market cap near A$10.7 billion.

Ampol Limited showcased resilience in 2025 with strong refining margins supported by government payments and robust retail growth, while awaiting ACCC approval for its EG Australia acquisition promising significant synergies.

ANZ moves to fully own the ANZ Worldline joint venture by acquiring Worldline S.A’s 51% share for $89 million, aiming to deepen its transaction banking services as part of its 2030 strategy.

Qube Holdings Limited is set for a $9.3 billion cash takeover by a Macquarie-led consortium, with court approval granted to convene shareholder meetings in June. The scheme offers shareholders a 28% premium and is backed by an independent expert's fair and reasonable opinion.

Multistack International has formalised the sale of nearly all its assets and liabilities to Hong Kong-based Willing Y Limited, marking a decisive end to its loss-making operations. The transaction hinges on shareholder and regulatory approvals, with completion targeted for June 30, 2026.

The ACCC has escalated its review of Insurance Australia Group’s proposed takeover of RAC Insurance, flagging significant competition concerns in Western Australia’s motor and home insurance markets.

The ACCC has escalated its scrutiny of Insurance Australia Group’s proposed takeover of RAC Insurance, citing potential substantial lessening of competition in Western Australia’s motor and home insurance markets.