Latest Media Sector News

Southern Cross Media Group has secured crucial ACMA approval for its proposed merger with Seven West Media, advancing a major consolidation in Australia’s media landscape. The deal now moves closer to final shareholder approval.

IVE Group Limited reported a robust FY25 with significant profit growth and margin expansion, driven by strategic logistics expansions and the rising Lasoo e-commerce platform. Despite a softer FY26 start, the company maintains steady dividends and growth ambitions.

The ACCC has given informal clearance for the merger between Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media, marking a key regulatory milestone. The deal still awaits shareholder and ACMA approvals before completion.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has given the green light to Southern Cross Media’s proposed acquisition of Seven West Media, marking a significant regulatory milestone in the evolving Australian media landscape.

Nine Entertainment reported a resilient FY25 with strategic transformation gains, digital subscription growth, and a major capital return following the sale of its Domain stake. Leadership changes and regulatory challenges frame its path forward.

NZME Limited has upgraded its FY25 Operating EBITDA guidance, signaling stronger-than-expected financial performance despite economic headwinds. The company now expects earnings between $59 million and $62 million, up from its earlier forecast.

Motio Limited has reported a robust Q1FY26 cash EBITDA exceeding $700,000, surpassing earlier guidance and marking over 20% growth year-on-year. The company also appointed industry veteran Justin Kingston as its new COO to spearhead commercial and operational expansion.

The ASX has granted key waivers allowing Southern Cross Media to proceed with its acquisition of Seven West Media without shareholder approval, smoothing the way for a major media consolidation.

ARN Media announces a significant leadership change as CEO Ciaran Davis steps down after 16 years, with COO Michael Stephenson set to take the helm in January 2026.

Southern Cross Media Group and Seven West Media have agreed to merge in an all-scrip deal, creating a dominant integrated TV, audio, and digital platform across Australia. The merger aims to unlock significant cost synergies and expand audience reach across metropolitan and regional markets.

Seven West Media and Southern Cross Media have agreed to merge, creating a dominant integrated media company with extensive reach across TV, audio, and digital platforms in Australia. The merger promises significant cost synergies and enhanced shareholder value, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

News Corporation has updated its dividend details for the six months ending June 2025, confirming an ordinary unfranked dividend of USD 0.10 per share, payable in October. The dividend will be paid in US dollars to stockholders and Australian dollars to ASX CDI holders.