Latest Cost Synergies News

James Hardie Industries saw a 25% sales increase in FY26 driven by the AZEK acquisition but reported a 75% net income decline amid acquisition costs and margin pressures. The company expects synergy gains and adjusted EBITDA growth in FY27.

Comms Group Limited delivered a robust first half of FY26 with revenue climbing 39% to $37.6 million and underlying EBITDA nearly doubling to $4.5 million, driven by organic growth and the TasmaNet acquisition integration.

Ampol Limited showcased resilience in 2025 with strong refining margins supported by government payments and robust retail growth, while awaiting ACCC approval for its EG Australia acquisition promising significant synergies.

Xamble Group stabilised revenue at A$1.64 million in Q1 2026 while narrowing its group EBITDA loss slightly despite ramped-up technology spending. The company completed its acquisition of YouthsToday, tripling its influencer base and locking in three commercial contracts worth A$1.17 million.

Barramundi Limited’s portfolio took a heavy hit in Q1 2026, with a 15.4% adjusted NAV decline amid AI disruption anxieties and geopolitical tensions. The fund responded by trimming tech holdings and adding miners BHP and Rio Tinto, betting on copper demand and scale advantages.

The Federal Court of Australia has approved the merger of Diversified United Investment Limited (DUI) with Australian United Investment Company Limited (AUI), paving the way for the scheme to become effective by the end of April. Eligible DUI shareholders will receive approximately 0.47241 AUI shares for each DUI share held.

Count Limited has announced a strategic acquisition of Oracle Group, significantly expanding its financial advice and wealth management footprint across Australia. The deal is backed by a $40.9 million equity raising to support growth ambitions.

Horizon Oil has released a first supplementary and replacement bidder’s statement for its off-market takeover offer for Cue Energy, proposing a mix of cash and shares that values Cue at a 10-14% premium. The deal aims to create a diversified oil and gas producer across Asia-Pacific with significant synergies.

Cleanaway Waste Management has upgraded its FY26 underlying EBIT guidance following a strong first half driven by solid waste services growth and successful integration of Contract Resources. The company also announced a 19.6% increase in its interim dividend.

Elevra Lithium Limited reported an 8% revenue increase and a US$74 million profit for the first half of FY26, driven by higher lithium prices and strategic merger synergies. The company advances its North American Lithium expansion while managing temporary production challenges.

Cuscal Limited reported a robust half-year result for FY26, with profit after tax surging 76% following the strategic acquisition of Indue Limited. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend and upgraded its full-year earnings guidance.

Lindsay Australia Limited reported a robust 24.9% increase in revenue for the half-year ending December 2025, driven by its strategic acquisition of SRT Logistics and strong divisional performances. However, profit after tax declined 11.7%, reflecting competitive pricing and integration expenses.