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Monash IVF has turned down a revised $0.90 per share acquisition proposal from a consortium led by Genesis Capital and WHSP Holdings, citing significant undervaluation and confidence in its new CEO’s growth strategy.

Pinnacle Investment Management has cleared critical regulatory hurdles from the FCA and DFSA to acquire the remaining 79.2% of Pacific Asset Management, with completion slated for 24 April 2026.

Elanor Investors Group has finalised a $125 million recapitalisation with Rockworth Capital Partners, restructuring its debt and setting the stage for expansion in Asia. The move repaid existing facilities and bolstered working capital, while a Singapore acquisition awaits regulatory green light.

Abu Dhabi-based private equity firm Axight is set to acquire a minority stake in La Trobe Financial Group, with Brookfield Asset Management maintaining majority ownership and operational control.

ECP Emerging Growth Limited’s portfolio plunged 19.4% in the March quarter, dragging its net tangible asset value down by nearly 30%, as growth stocks stumbled amid geopolitical tensions and rising rates. The fund added furniture retailer Koala Company and sees value in its resilient holdings despite the rough patch.

Diversified United Investment Limited shareholders overwhelmingly approved a merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited, setting the stage for increased dividends and operational efficiencies.

BlackRock Investment Management has announced estimated cash distributions for its Australian iShares Balanced ESG and High Growth ESG ETFs, with key dates set for mid to late April 2026. Investors have until 15 April to opt into the Distribution Reinvestment Plan.

Ariadne Australia’s latest nine-month update reveals strong growth in its Orams subsidiary but a $5.2 million estimated total loss driven by currency headwinds and market declines in key investments.

Monash IVF has received a revised $0.90 per share acquisition proposal from a consortium led by Genesis Capital and WHSP Holdings, upping the ante from a previous $0.80 offer. The deal hinges on exclusivity and unanimous board support, with no guarantee of completion.

Diversified United Investment Limited (DUI) has finalised the exchange ratio for its proposed merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited (AUI), with a shareholder meeting scheduled for 16 April 2026 to approve the scheme.

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) has moved closer to fully acquiring Barrenjoey Capital Partners, proposing to increase its ownership to 100% through a share issuance. The transaction, valued at approximately A$1.6 billion, has received positive market response and awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Elanor Investors Group posted a net loss after tax of $13.8 million for the half year ended 31 December 2025, with no interim distribution declared. The group is progressing a strategic recapitalisation with Rockworth Capital Partners to strengthen its balance sheet amid ongoing financial challenges and material uncertainty about its ability to continue as a going concern.