Latest Industry Consolidation News

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved Southern Cross Media's acquisition of Seven West Media, setting the stage for a significant media industry consolidation early next year.

Scout Security outlines a bold transformation with the acquisition of Roo Inc., expansion into insuretech, and a pivot to AI-driven smart security solutions, positioning itself for accelerated growth and profitability.

Australian Oil Company Limited reports stronger gas production in California’s Sacramento Basin and an $800,000 capital raise to advance new ventures and operational upgrades.

Clime Investment Management has bolstered its balance sheet with a $2.3 million placement and launched a strategic product review amid evolving market dynamics and industry consolidation.

Integral Diagnostics reports a robust FY25 with revenue climbing 33.7% to $628 million, driven by successful Capitol Health merger integration and strong growth in teleradiology. CEO Dr Ian Kadish announces retirement after eight transformative years.

Peter Warren Automotive reports a strong FY25 with underlying profit before tax of $22.3 million, driven by disciplined inventory and cost management. The company declares a 4 cent fully franked dividend and signals confidence in growth through innovation and acquisitions.

The ACCC has approved Cuscal Limited’s acquisition of Indue Limited, concluding the deal won’t significantly reduce competition in payment facilitation services. The decision highlights ongoing industry consolidation balanced by multiple alternative providers and technological shifts.

Scout Security Limited reported a reduced half-year loss of $1.63 million, completed a $4.5 million recapitalisation, and signed a non-binding letter of intent to acquire New York-based Roo Inc., aiming for a combined EBITDA positive future.

Enero Group reports improved profitability in FY25 despite revenue decline, driven by divestment and AI innovation, with FY26 Q1 EBITDA up 13%.

Clime Investment Management has completed a $2.3 million placement and announced a bonus option issue, positioning itself for growth as the Australian wealth management sector consolidates.

WT Financial Group (ASX, WTL) reported a 20.5% rise in FY2025 net profit after tax to $4.6 million, driven by strong revenue growth and operational leverage. The company declared a fully-franked dividend of 0.7 cents per share, underpinned by its expanding B2B financial advice network and proprietary risk management framework.

Omni Bridgeway Limited reported a landmark FY25 with a $416.8 million net profit, driven by a transformative Fund 9 secondary market transaction that fully repaid debt and advanced its capital-light fund management model.