Latest Capital Markets News

Raptis Group Limited has voluntarily suspended trading on the ASX as it prepares to announce a significant share placement and entitlement offer, signaling a pivotal moment for the company’s capital structure.

Ridley Corporation announces a $300 million acquisition of Incitec Pivot Fertilisers Distribution, aiming to boost earnings and diversify its agricultural services portfolio. The deal includes a $125 million equity raise and strategic supply agreements.

Ridley Corporation has agreed to acquire Dyno Nobel’s fertiliser distribution arm for A$300 million, backed by a $125 million equity raise. This move positions Ridley as a leading diversified agricultural services provider with a new growth pillar.

Dalaroo Metals has appointed industry veteran Chris Connell as CEO, aiming to leverage his extensive exploration and capital markets expertise to advance its asset portfolio and growth strategy.

Nanoveu Limited has upsized its placement to $3.02 million, securing additional funding to fast-track the development and commercial rollout of its semiconductor, 3D visualisation, and solar coating technologies.

FleetPartners has wrapped up its Accelerate transformation, boosting operational efficiency and asset growth, even as net profit after tax excluding amortisation dipped 7% in 1H25. The group announced a $25.3 million share buy-back and a new Chief Strategy Officer to spearhead growth.

Augustus Minerals has executed a binding agreement to acquire a company holding a contested third in line licence application for the Mt Kare Gold Project in Papua New Guinea, a site with a historic resource of over 2 million ounces of gold. The acquisition positions Augustus to actively pursue tenure in a competitive and complex licensing environment.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 1.4663 per security for its perpetual capital notes, payable in June 2025 with partial franking.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% increase in net profit to A$3.7 billion for FY25, driven by strong asset management and banking results despite a dip in commodities. The group also extended its $2 billion share buyback and declared a solid final dividend.

Macquarie Group reported a 5% rise in full-year net profit to A$3.715 billion for FY25, driven by growth across its diversified businesses and a solid capital position. The group’s assets under management reached A$941 billion, supported by strong home loan and deposit growth.

Aeris Resources Limited has had its trading suspension lifted following a pivotal announcement on debt refinancing and capital raising, signaling renewed market activity.

ANZ Group Holdings Limited posted a 7% increase in statutory profit to AUD 3.642 billion for the half year ended 31 March 2025, with stable cash profit and an 83 cent interim dividend. The full integration of Suncorp Bank underpinned lending and deposit growth, while credit impairments eased.