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The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing significant competition concerns in multiple Australian fuel markets. Ampol’s proposed divestments have so far failed to satisfy the regulator.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
21 Jan 2026
The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing concerns that the deal could significantly reduce competition in key Australian fuel markets.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
21 Jan 2026
The ACCC has given informal clearance for the merger between Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media, marking a key regulatory milestone. The deal still awaits shareholder and ACMA approvals before completion.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
13 Nov 2025
Midas Minerals has secured unconditional approval from Namibia’s Competition Commission, paving the way to complete its acquisition of the Otavi Copper Project and launch an aggressive drilling campaign.
Maxwell Dee
Maxwell Dee
31 Oct 2025
Ventia Services Group reported a 32.6% jump in half-year profit to $134.5 million despite a slight 1.5% revenue decline, declaring a 10.71 cents interim dividend and upgrading full-year earnings guidance.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
14 Aug 2025
Elders Limited faces a regulatory delay from the ACCC on its acquisition of Delta Agribusiness but remains optimistic about the deal's benefits and completion timeline.
Ada Torres
Ada Torres
8 Aug 2025
The ACCC has approved Cleanaway’s acquisition of Contract Resources, finding no significant threat to competition in Australia’s industrial and waste management sectors. The decision highlights the resilience of competition, especially in the oil and gas services market.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
4 July 2025
The ACCC has issued a preliminary Statement of Issues regarding Elders Limited’s proposed acquisition of Delta Agribusiness, signaling potential competition challenges that could affect the deal’s timeline.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
29 May 2025
The ACCC has decided not to oppose Insurance Australia Group’s proposed acquisition of RACQ Insurance, finding that competition in Queensland’s motor and home contents insurance markets remains robust despite the deal.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
22 May 2025