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LDR Assets has issued a second supplementary bidder’s statement clarifying the adjusted cash consideration in its takeover offer for Elanor Commercial Property Fund securities following a September 2025 distribution. The statement addresses concerns raised by the ECF Independent Board Committee and highlights the impact of transaction costs on net tangible assets.

Fiducian Group Limited has reported a robust 23% increase in net profit after tax for the year ended June 2025, driven by strong inflows and resilient performance across its financial planning, platform administration, and investment management segments despite challenging market conditions.

Johns Lyng Group shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by Pacific Equity Partners, pending final court approval.

Eildon Capital Group has recommended that securityholders accept Samuel Terry Asset Management’s unsolicited $0.875 per security takeover offer, which represents a 24% premium to recent trading prices. An independent expert has deemed the offer fair and reasonable, but uncertainties remain around board composition and liquidity post-offer.

Assetora Limited has released its audited FY25 financial report showing a significant reduction in losses and a strengthened capital position, highlighted by the reopening of the DomaCom Fund and a $3 million private placement. The company aims to leverage these developments to accelerate growth in funds under management.

DigitalX Limited has responded to ASX queries, affirming the legality of its cryptocurrency treasury strategy and outlining plans to expand Bitcoin holdings significantly by 2027 to support its digital asset business.

Equity Story Group has raised $650,000 through a strategic convertible loan led by new Non-Executive Chair Alex Brinkmeyer, signaling a pivot into property funds management. The company also announced significant board changes, including the appointment of David Nolan as Managing Director.

TT Investments, led by 360 Capital’s Executive Chairman Tony Pitt, has launched an unconditional off-market takeover bid for 360 Capital Group at an improved price of A$0.31 per security, signaling potential delisting and operational overhaul.

Cromwell Property Group has announced the commencement of asset realisation and winding up of its Direct Property Fund, following a recent liquidity event. The process is designed to be gradual and is not expected to affect the company’s FY26 earnings or distribution guidance.

Elanor Commercial Property Fund’s Independent Board Committee unanimously recommends rejecting Lederer’s unsolicited $0.70 per security takeover bid, supported by an Independent Expert’s report deeming the offer neither fair nor reasonable.

La Trobe Financial confirms the resolution of regulatory issues as ASIC lifts the Interim Stop Order on its 12 Month Term Account, restoring investor confidence.

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.