Latest Australian Securities Exchange News

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Global Growth Fund – Class A, an actively managed ETF listed on the ASX aiming to outperform the MSCI World ex Australia Index with a strong ESG commitment and a 0.90% management fee.

Australian Oil Company Limited has voluntarily suspended trading on the ASX as it finalizes a capital raising deal, with details expected by 24 October 2025.

HyTerra Limited has begun trading on the US OTCQB Venture Market, opening doors to American investors and supporting its strategic expansion in the burgeoning geologic hydrogen sector.

European Lithium Limited has clarified that its subsidiary Critical Metals Corp did not execute a $500 million bitcoin convertible note financing, with no bitcoin acquired and the agreement now expired.

Diablo Resources is broadening its North American footprint by preparing for a secondary listing on the U.S. OTCQB market, complementing its recent acquisition of a high-grade silver-antimony project in Utah.

Beam Dental Bidco Pty Ltd has secured a 99.31% stake in Pacific Smiles Group Limited and is set to compulsorily acquire the remaining shares at $2.20 each. The takeover offer closes on 17 November 2025 with no extension planned.

Lynch Group Holdings Limited is moving closer to a $269 million acquisition by Hasfarm Bidco, with a shareholder meeting scheduled for 21 November 2025 to vote on the proposed scheme of arrangement. The transaction offers Lynch shareholders a 23% premium and is backed by an independent expert report and unanimous board recommendation.

Besra Gold has disclosed a significant reduction in its Mineral Resource Estimate to 2.28 million ounces, addressing ASX concerns over recent unusual trading activity. Despite the downgrade, the company’s share price has risen sharply, leaving investors questioning the market dynamics.

Vonex Limited has finalized its Scheme of Arrangement, transferring all shares to Maxo Telecommunications and initiating a board overhaul ahead of its imminent ASX delisting.

Power Minerals Limited is set to list on the US OTCQB market following strong investor interest after acquiring the Gamma Heavy Rare Earths and Uranium Project in California, aiming to boost liquidity and visibility in the US capital markets.

DGL Group Limited remains suspended from ASX trading following delays in lodging audited accounts and a concerning auditor disclaimer. Investors await clarity on the company’s financial health and path to reinstatement.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced final cash distributions for its iShares Balanced ESG ETF and High Growth ESG ETF, detailing payment schedules and reinvestment options for investors.