Latest Australian Securities And Investments Commission News

Auswide Bank’s acquisition by MyState Bank has reached a key milestone with the scheme of arrangement now legally effective, triggering a suspension of Auswide’s shares and setting the stage for shareholder transitions.

The Supreme Court of Western Australia has approved the merger between Horizon Minerals and Poseidon Nickel, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in the nickel sector. Key dates for trading suspension and scheme implementation have now been confirmed.

DMC Mining Limited has extended the closing date for its public share offer to May 8, 2025, due to delays in obtaining exploration licenses for its Firawa and Labe Projects in Guinea. The company plans to lodge a second supplementary prospectus to adjust regulatory conditions accordingly.

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved MyState Bank’s acquisition of Auswide Bank via a scheme of arrangement, setting the stage for a significant consolidation in the Australian banking sector.

SEQ Hospitality Group has formally withdrawn its off-market takeover bid for Eumundi Group following shareholder and court approval of a competing scheme of arrangement. This move effectively ends the takeover offer and confirms the scheme as the path forward for Eumundi shareholders.

Eumundi Group Limited’s shares have been suspended from ASX trading following Federal Court approval of its acquisition by SEQ Hospitality Group Pty Ltd, marking a pivotal step in the company’s transition.

Eumundi Group's scheme of arrangement has been legally approved, paving the way for SEQ Hospitality Group to acquire all shares at $1.62 each. Trading of Eumundi shares on the ASX is suspended effective immediately, with payment scheduled for mid-February.

The Federal Court of Australia has approved SEQ Hospitality Group’s acquisition of Eumundi Group, setting the stage for a $1.62 per share cash payout to shareholders and imminent suspension of Eumundi’s ASX trading.

Sigma Healthcare has secured Federal Court approval for its acquisition of Chemist Warehouse, marking a pivotal step in reshaping Australia's pharmaceutical retail landscape.

Sigma Healthcare has received Federal Court approval for its acquisition of Chemist Warehouse, marking a pivotal step in its strategic expansion. The scheme is set to become legally effective on February 4, 2025, with implementation expected by February 12.

Charter Hall Wholesale Management Limited has extended its off-market takeover offer for Hotel Property Investments, pushing the closing date to March 14, 2025. The offer is now unconditional, having cleared all defeating conditions.

Beam Dental Bidco Pty Ltd has extended its off-market takeover offer for Pacific Smiles Group Limited, pushing the closing date to 11 February 2025. This move signals continued strategic interest and keeps the acquisition prospects open.