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Qube Holdings has inked a scheme implementation deed with a Macquarie Asset Management-led consortium, valuing the company at approximately $11.7 billion and offering shareholders a 27.8% premium. The deal, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals, sets the stage for a significant shift in the Australian logistics landscape.

Hartshead Resources NL has entered a binding agreement to be acquired by ACAM for approximately A$40 million, offering shareholders a 133% premium and certainty amid UK gas project risks. The deal advances development of the P2607 gas fields with strong backing from partners and regulators.

Bougainville Copper Limited has selected China’s CMOC Group as its preferred partner to redevelop the Panguna Mine, but the Autonomous Bougainville Government’s president favors a rival Indian firm, casting uncertainty over the project’s future.

Lloyds Banking Group reported a robust 2025 performance with a 12% rise in statutory profit before tax and upgraded its 2026 guidance, underpinned by strong loan growth and digital innovation. The Group also announced significant shareholder returns totalling £3.9 billion, including dividends and a share buyback programme.

A takeover premium blew the doors off the Materials board this week, while one discounted equity raise did the opposite. Uranium names kept climbing on real production progress, and rare earths stayed in favour as governments and buyers circle supply.

A takeover offer lit up small caps, while one high-growth software name slid hard despite strong sector news. Resources dominated the winners list, but investors still punished dilution and discounted fundraisings.

Energy Fuels Inc. has announced a proposed acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) valued at approximately A$447 million, aiming to establish a leading Western rare earths and critical minerals producer with a fully integrated supply chain.

Global Uranium and Enrichment Limited (GUE) has registered its scheme booklet with ASIC, detailing the proposed acquisition by Snow Lake Resources Ltd. The independent expert report supports the fairness and reasonableness of the deal, with GUE directors unanimously recommending shareholder approval.

Kula Gold reports exceptional gold drill results extending over a 3km strike at Mt Palmer, while Forrestania Resources' takeover bid climbs beyond 73%. The company also completes maiden drilling at its Wozi Niobium Project, with assay results pending.

Robex Resources has amended its acquisition agreement with Predictive Discovery, lowering the exchange ratio and postponing the shareholder meeting to December 30, 2025. The Robex Board unanimously recommends approval, supported by updated fairness opinions.

RPMGlobal shareholders convened on 19 December 2025 to vote on Caterpillar's $5.00 per share acquisition proposal, with strong board support and regulatory hurdles nearing resolution.

Apiam Animal Health Limited shareholders are set to vote on a scheme of arrangement offering $0.87 cash per share or a mix of cash and unlisted scrip in a new holding company controlled by Adamantem Capital. The Independent Expert deems the cash offer fair and reasonable, while scrip options carry liquidity and minority risks.