Latest Australian Stock Market News

Seven West Media Limited shares have been suspended from the ASX following court approval of its acquisition by Southern Cross Media Group, marking a significant shift in Australian media ownership.

Whitefield Industrials Limited has confirmed a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.105 per share for the half-year ending September 2025, alongside setting the Dividend Reinvestment Plan and Bonus Security Plan issue price at AUD 5.39.

TPC Consolidated’s proposed acquisition by Wollar Holding Ltd hits a regulatory snag as FIRB approval misses the November 28 sunset deadline, casting uncertainty over the deal’s future.

Southern Cross Media Group has secured crucial ACMA approval for its proposed merger with Seven West Media, advancing a major consolidation in Australia’s media landscape. The deal now moves closer to final shareholder approval.

NAOS Small Cap Opportunities Company Limited has updated its dividend distribution details for the quarter ending September 2025, adjusting the Dividend Reinvestment Plan pricing and methodology.

Stealth Group Holdings has acquired Hardware & Building Traders for $22 million, significantly expanding its footprint and upgrading its FY28 sales target to over $500 million. The deal positions Stealth as a formidable independent competitor in Australia’s hardware and industrial distribution market.

Seven West Media reports a 6% EBITDA rise in H2 FY25 driven by TV and digital growth, while announcing a transformative merger with Southern Cross Media.

Whitefield Income Limited has launched a $40 million Share Purchase Plan offering eligible shareholders a discounted entry point to increase their holdings ahead of the December dividend.

Carnarvon Energy has made a significant A$86 million investment in Strike Energy, becoming its largest shareholder and gaining exposure to Western Australia’s growing gas market, while deferring Bedout drilling to early 2027 due to rig shortages.

BlackRock Investment Management has released the estimated distribution components for its iShares S&P/ASX Dividend Opportunities ESG Screened ETF for the period ending 9 October 2025, highlighting key income sources and tax considerations.

Betashares Capital Ltd has released updated final distribution amounts for its suite of ETFs for the September 2025 period, including estimated franked percentages for select funds.

Vanguard Investments Australia has announced estimated distribution amounts and a clear timetable for over 20 of its Australian-listed ETFs, with payments scheduled for mid-October 2025.