Latest Governance News

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks Limited have agreed to merge, creating a $14 billion ASX-listed entity that promises greater scale, liquidity, and diversification for shareholders.

Opthea Limited faces a pivotal moment as four board members resign following disappointing Phase 3 trial results and a major workforce reduction. The company’s future hinges on ongoing funding negotiations amid trading suspensions.

Singular Health Group has completed a $773,000 placement with Marin and Sons, alongside exercising options and issuing shares under its employee incentive plan, strengthening its capital base.

ALS Limited has completed a significant institutional placement, issuing over 20.9 million shares at A$16.70 each, bolstering its capital base without the need for full disclosure under the Corporations Act.

Articore Group Limited has announced a major leadership overhaul, appointing Robin Mendelson as Chair and Vivek Kumar as CEO, signaling a strategic pivot to strengthen its North American market position.

Castile Resources has successfully detected Iron Ore, Copper, and Gold mineralisation at Pathfinder 38 using innovative Ambient Noise Tomography Survey technology, marking a first in exploration targeting. This breakthrough could redefine the company’s strategy to expand its Rover 1 style deposits.

CD Private Equity Fund II reported a steep decline in net profit for FY25, with earnings per unit plunging 98%, yet continued to deliver solid distributions to unitholders amid a challenging US private equity market.

CD Private Equity Fund III reported a remarkable 726.6% jump in net profit to $18.56 million for FY25, driven by strong fair value gains and portfolio realizations. The Fund declared a $0.20 per unit distribution amid ongoing geopolitical and market challenges.

CD Private Equity Fund I reported a 43% decline in net profit for FY25 but maintained steady distributions, underpinned by key portfolio exits and a resilient US private equity market.

Ballard Mining Limited is launching an IPO to raise up to $30 million, aiming to accelerate exploration and development of its Mt Ida Gold Project in Western Australia, which hosts over 1.1 million ounces of gold.

Delta Lithium Limited has announced a proposed demerger involving an in-specie distribution of over 63 million Ballard Mining shares to eligible shareholders, pending approval at a June 30 meeting. This move will reduce Delta's stake in Ballard and set the stage for Ballard's eventual ASX listing.

Excite Technology Services reported a strong 53% revenue increase to $12.27 million for FY2025 but also saw its net loss nearly double to $4.44 million. The company expanded its footprint with the acquisition of digital forensics specialist CBIT Pty Ltd.