Latest Competition News

The ACCC has opposed IAG’s proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance in Western Australia, citing concerns it would stifle competition and lead to higher premiums and reduced product quality.

Bioxyne Limited has secured a pioneering manufacturing and supply agreement to enter the emerging medicinal cannabis markets of Costa Rica and Panama, positioning itself as a first mover with promising revenue potential.

Amaero Ltd has secured a substantial A$9 million saving on its Argon recycling plant, ordered a fourth atomizer to boost U.S. powder production, and remains on track with its A$72 million capital investment program.

Myer Holdings Limited reported steady FY25 financial results with $4.076 billion in sales and outlined ambitious growth strategies at its Annual General Meeting, alongside key director re-elections and executive incentives.

Fenix Resources unveils a robust three-year plan to ramp up iron ore production from 2.4Mt in FY25 to 6Mtpa by FY28, anchored by its Weld Range Project. The company also raises FY26 guidance and initiates feasibility studies for further expansion.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT has reported a $219 million preliminary valuation gain alongside a strategic refinancing of $810 million in debt, reaffirming its FY26 distribution guidance amid strong portfolio fundamentals.

VRX Silica Limited has expanded its Arrowsmith North project’s offtake commitments by 550,000 tonnes annually and appointed Pareto Securities to manage debt financing, reinforcing its path to production.

Flight Centre Travel Group has agreed to acquire UK online cruise leader Iglu for £122 million, boosting its cruise sector footprint and upgrading FY26 profit guidance. The deal promises immediate earnings accretion and strategic expansion into key global markets.

St Barbara Limited has completed a compelling restart study for its Touquoy gold project in Nova Scotia, outlining a low-capital, near-term operation with robust economics and a positive permitting outlook.

St Barbara Limited has locked in A$470 million in funding through strategic partnerships with Lingbao Gold Group and Kumul Mineral Holdings, fully financing the Simberi Gold Project expansion and accelerating its development timeline.

St Barbara Limited has agreed to sell a 20% interest in its Simberi Gold Project to Papua New Guinea’s Kumul Mineral Holdings for A$100 million, forming a strategic joint venture that aligns with PNG’s resource ownership goals.

St Barbara Limited’s latest Feasibility Study confirms the Simberi Expansion Project as a long-life, low-cost gold and silver operation with robust economics and a 13-year mine life. The project promises over 2 million ounces of gold production and competitive costs, pending key regulatory approvals.