Latest Australian Securities And Investments Commission News

Latitude Group Holdings has lodged a replacement prospectus for its Capital Notes 2 offer, revealing an increased offer size and updated margin following a completed bookbuild.

iCandy Interactive confirms its removal from the ASX on 1 April 2026, shifting focus to a potential NYSE American listing for its key asset, Lemon Sky Studios.

Fiducian Investment Management Services Limited has reached a heads of agreement with ASIC to resolve civil proceedings over misleading disclosures in its Diversified Social Aspirations Fund. The settlement includes a $7.3 million penalty and legal costs, pending court approval.

Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth has issued a first supplementary statement for his second off-market takeover bid targeting 5.5% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at $1.30 each, revealing an 8.24% voting stake ahead of the offer’s close.

Latitude Group Holdings has finalised the margin and size for its Capital Notes 2 offer, setting a 4.15% annual margin and allocating $130 million following a successful bookbuild.

National Storage REIT has dispatched the crucial Scheme Booklet to securityholders detailing the all-cash acquisition offer by a Brookfield and GIC consortium, setting the stage for the upcoming vote on 15 April 2026.

Variscan Mines has obtained Supreme Court approval to rectify a delayed cleansing notice related to a major share issue, paving the way for trading to resume. The company has also committed to strengthening its compliance procedures following the oversight.

Latitude Group Holdings is considering launching a new Capital Notes 2 offer, potentially allowing existing CN1 holders to reinvest. The offer will require applications through appointed Syndicate Brokers under updated regulatory rules.

Diversified United Investment Limited (DUI) has registered its Scheme Booklet with ASIC, proposing a merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited (AUI). The Independent Expert concludes the merger is in the best interests of DUI shareholders, with directors unanimously recommending a vote in favour.

African Gold Ltd has proposed a scheme of arrangement for Montage Gold Corp to acquire 100% of its shares, with an independent expert endorsing the deal as fair and reasonable. The African Gold board unanimously recommends shareholder approval, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in Côte d'Ivoire’s gold sector.

Sequoia Financial Group has agreed with ASIC to withdraw a previously lodged Revocation Deed, signaling a regulatory shift that investors will want to watch closely.

MinRex Resources Limited (ASX: MRR) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Electrum Discovery Corp. (TSX-V: ELY) via a statutory Plan of Arrangement, creating a combined ASX-listed gold-copper exploration company with significant assets in Serbia and Australia.