Latest Australian Competition And Consumer Commission News

Ampol Limited has launched a A$500 million delayed-draw subordinated notes facility, designed to fund its proposed acquisition of EG Australia and refinance existing debt, offering long-term capital with flexible issuance options.

Steadfast Group reveals robust acquisition activity and strategic cost optimizations in its latest investor update, signaling strong momentum across its Australasian and international operations.

The ACCC has opposed IAG’s proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance in Western Australia, citing concerns it would stifle competition and lead to higher premiums and reduced product quality.

Helloworld Travel has secured crucial ACCC approval for its proposed acquisition of Webjet, advancing its plan to consolidate travel distribution in Australia and New Zealand.

National Storage REIT has received a conditional, non-binding proposal from a Brookfield and GIC consortium to acquire all stapled securities at $2.86 each, triggering an exclusivity period for negotiations.

Webjet Group reported a slight revenue dip and a mixed earnings performance for the half-year ended September 2025, while unveiling its inaugural dividend and receiving a non-binding takeover offer from Helloworld Travel.

Infomedia Ltd shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by TPG Capital, valuing the company at approximately AUD 651 million. The deal, supported by the board and an independent expert, is set to complete by early December 2025.

RPMGlobal shareholders are set to vote on Caterpillar’s $5.00 per share acquisition proposal following Federal Court approval to convene a Scheme Meeting. The Independent Expert deems the offer fair and reasonable, with the RPM Board unanimously backing the deal.

The ACCC has given informal clearance for the merger between Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media, marking a key regulatory milestone. The deal still awaits shareholder and ACMA approvals before completion.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has given the green light to Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, marking a significant regulatory milestone in the evolving Australian media landscape.

The ACCC has decided not to oppose Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, citing limited competition concerns amid evolving digital media landscapes.

The ACCC has decided not to oppose Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, finding limited competition concerns amid evolving digital media landscapes.