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AUB Group has approved EQT's partnership with CVC Asia Pacific to jointly pursue a $45 per share acquisition, extending exclusivity to December 4 as due diligence continues.

EQT has reaffirmed its intention to acquire AUB Group at $45 per share, extending its exclusivity period for due diligence by two weeks. While the proposal remains non-binding, this development keeps acquisition talks firmly on the table.

Scout Security has entered a binding agreement to acquire New York-based Roo Inc in a merger of equals, combining their complementary home security technologies and customer bases to create a scalable global security-as-a-service platform.

Cleo Diagnostics has identified a significantly larger U.S. patient population for its pre-surgical ovarian cancer test, expanding its commercial opportunity ahead of next year’s market entry.

Eagle Mountain Mining has secured a 12-month exclusive option to acquire the Oracle Ridge copper mine’s surface and mineral rights, positioning the company to potentially restart production on a resource containing 380,000 tons of copper.

QBE Insurance Group has priced a $300 million issue of USD subordinated notes due in 2037, offering investors a fixed 5.239% interest rate initially, with a reset in 2032 tied to U.S. Treasury yields. These notes strengthen QBE’s regulatory capital under APRA’s framework.

Challenger Limited has provided a detailed update on APRA’s proposed capital standards, highlighting enhanced capital strength and strategic growth opportunities in the life insurance sector.

Medibank is set to acquire Better Medical, a network of 61 GP clinics across four states, for approximately $159 million, enhancing its primary care footprint and preventive health initiatives.

AMA Group Limited reported a strong 36.3% rise in pre-AASB 16 EBITDA to $20.1 million for the first quarter of FY26, maintaining its full-year guidance amid ongoing volume challenges and operational delays.

Korvest has reported a record $13.2 million profit for FY25, driven by strong performances in its EzyStrut and Galvanising divisions, and is now embarking on a major expansion of its Kilburn manufacturing site.

Steadfast Group Limited has posted a 17.2% rise in underlying net profit after tax for FY25, marking its 12th consecutive year of growth, even as its CEO steps aside pending an investigation. The company also announced a leadership transition with Vicki Allen named incoming Chair.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings (ASX – ABE) unveiled new AUD-denominated market-linked securities and progressed its AI-driven credit analysis tool, while reporting a $0.7 million quarterly cash outflow and plans for capital raising.