Latest Corporate Ownership News

Accent Group has laid out an ambitious Vision 2030 strategy aiming for $1.9 billion in sales and a 9%+ EBIT margin. Central to this plan is the expansion of Sports Direct stores and a focus on operational efficiencies and brand evolution.

Pinnacle Investment Management is boosting its stake in Metrics Credit Holdings back to 35%, investing around A$100.5 million. Simultaneously, Korea’s National Pension Service, via Townsend, is increasing its holding to nearly 10%, pending regulatory approval.

Critical Metals Corp has consolidated its stake in the Tanbreez Rare Earths Project, gaining government approval to increase ownership to 92.5%, while European Lithium retains a 7.5% interest. This clearance removes a key hurdle, enabling the project’s development to accelerate.

Abu Dhabi-based private equity firm Axight is set to acquire a minority stake in La Trobe Financial Group, with Brookfield Asset Management maintaining majority ownership and operational control.

Kjerulf Ainsworth has launched a proportional all-cash takeover bid for 5.5% of Ainsworth Game Technology shares at a notable premium, aiming to provide liquidity and value to shareholders.

Cash Converters has completed a $37.1 million acquisition of 29 franchise stores across Australia’s East Coast, aiming to boost earnings and operational efficiency from year one.

West African Resources Limited has resumed trading on the ASX following a government request to acquire an additional 35% stake in its Kiaka subsidiary, signaling a notable shift in ownership dynamics.

Gold Road Resources Limited will be removed from the S&P/ASX 200 index following its acquisition by Gold Fields Limited, with Catapult Sports Limited stepping in as its replacement.

Brookfield has agreed to acquire ESR's remaining 19.9% stake in Cromwell Property Group, pending regulatory approval, signaling a major consolidation in the Australian real estate sector.

Raiden Resources retains 100% ownership of the Mt Sholl Ni-Cu-PGE Project following First Quantum Minerals' withdrawal, gaining valuable exploration data and cash compensation. The company is now exploring development options to unlock the project's potential.

Viva Leisure has launched a refreshed corporate brand and published 'The Viva Story,' outlining its transformation into a global, technology-driven fitness ecosystem.

Cash Converters has secured a £12 million growth facility from Lloyds Bank and agreed to acquire 10 UK franchise stores, marking a significant step in its UK expansion strategy.