Latest Australian Securities And Investments Commission News

The Federal Court has dismissed most ASIC claims against Money3 Loans, a Solvar subsidiary, affirming its compliance with responsible lending standards while identifying limited breaches in a handful of consumer loans.

Johns Lyng Group Limited (JLG) shareholders are set to vote on a scheme of arrangement that would see Sherwood BidCo Pty Ltd, backed by Pacific Equity Partners, acquire 100% of JLG shares at a significant premium. The scheme booklet, now registered with ASIC, outlines a $4.00 per share cash consideration and an option for management shareholders to receive scrip in the acquirer's holding company.

Warriedar Resources has secured a crucial ASX waiver allowing the cancellation of 5 million unlisted options without shareholder approval, smoothing the path for Capricorn Metals’ acquisition scheme.

TerraCom Limited reported a statutory loss of A$33.7 million for FY2025 amid lower coal sales and prices, while progressing its Moorlands Thermal Coal Project in partnership with Wintime Energy Group.

Alligator Energy has lodged a Prospectus for Placement Options following its June 2025 capital raise, setting the stage for potential shareholder dilution and future funding opportunities.

Phoslock Environmental Technologies reports a sharp revenue increase driven by Brazil and international markets, yet continues to face significant losses and ongoing legal challenges.

Centuria Industrial REIT (ASX – CIP) has announced a $300 million exchangeable notes offering due 2030, alongside a concurrent repurchase of existing notes, aiming to lower debt costs and extend maturity. The move underscores CIP’s strategic capital management amid a complex market environment.

betr Entertainment Limited has removed a key condition from its takeover offer for PointsBet Holdings, clearing a significant hurdle in the acquisition process. The move signals increased confidence in completing the deal and reshapes the dynamics for PointsBet shareholders and employees.

MA Credit Income Trust (ASX, MA1) has announced a $190.5 million non-renounceable entitlement offer at a 3.4% discount, aiming to bolster its private credit investments across asset-backed, direct asset, and corporate lending sectors.

ASIC has initiated civil proceedings against Equity Trustee Superannuation Limited, alleging failures in due diligence and monitoring related to the Shield Master Fund. Equity Trustees is cooperating with ASIC and supporting affected members while reviewing the claims.

Vonex Limited shareholders will soon decide on a court-approved scheme of arrangement under which Maxo Telecommunications will acquire the remaining 30.6% of Vonex shares it does not already own, offering an 80% premium to the pre-announcement share price.

MIXI Australia has extended its takeover offer for PointsBet shares to 29 August 2025 and announced a conditional increase in the offer price from $1.25 to $1.30 per share, aiming to secure at least 90% ownership.