Latest Australian Securities News

Environmental Clean Technologies (ASX: ECT) disclosed confidential talks on acquiring Xenica Materials and a new engineering deal with Metallium amid a price surge, followed by a $12 million placement announcement.

HSBC Bank Australia is selling its AUD36 billion home and personal loan portfolio to Blackstone affiliates, marking a significant step in winding down its Australian retail banking operations. The deal awaits regulatory approvals and is expected to close in early 2027.

Pepper Money is set to become the servicer for a massive A$36 billion loan portfolio from HSBC Australia following its acquisition by a Blackstone-controlled entity, aligning with Pepper Money's strategy to expand its capital-light servicing business.

ImpediMed reported a 3% revenue increase to $3.6 million in Q4 FY26, bolstered by a $15.3 million capital raise and strategic leadership hires as it pushes growth in cancer survivorship, heart health, and weight management.

Tissue Repair Limited (ASX: TRP) has applied to delist from the ASX, citing limited liquidity and high listing costs. The company plans a shareholder vote and a $1 million off-market buy-back at a premium to recent prices.

Prestal Holdings Limited (ASX: PTL) has voluntarily suspended trading in its shares pending disclosure of a significant transaction. Details remain under wraps as the company complies with ASX requirements.

VanEck Investments Limited has issued a comprehensive Replacement Product Disclosure Statement for its suite of 27 ETFs on the ASX, updating investment strategies, fee structures, risk factors, and operational details.

PT ANTAM has raised its 2025 cash dividend by 38%, distributing Rp5.05 trillion to shareholders, reflecting strong profitability and a sustained commitment to shareholder returns.

Loyal Metals has sent its Scheme Booklet to shareholders detailing the proposed A$0.45 per share acquisition by PT Bumi Resources, setting the stage for a shareholder vote on 20 August 2026.

Loyal Metals has cleared a key regulatory hurdle with ASIC registering the Scheme Booklet for its proposed A$0.45 per share acquisition by PT Bumi Resources. The Independent Expert endorses the deal as fair and reasonable, while Loyal’s board unanimously backs the scheme, setting the stage for a shareholder vote.

The ASX has published its latest list of entities suspended from trading for over three months, detailing looming deadlines for overdue financial reports and plans to resume trading. Non-compliance risks removal from the official list.

White Energy confirms ASX listing rules exemption for its proposed US metallurgical and Surat Basin coal assets acquisition, advancing due diligence and capital raising plans.