Latest Mergers And Acquisitions News

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has advanced its review of Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a more detailed Phase 2 assessment, signalling potential competition concerns. Ampol remains optimistic about completing the deal by mid-2026 despite the regulatory scrutiny.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing significant competition concerns in multiple Australian fuel markets. Ampol’s proposed divestments have so far failed to satisfy the regulator.

The ACCC has referred Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a detailed Phase 2 review, citing concerns that the deal could significantly reduce competition in key Australian fuel markets.

Energy Fuels Inc. has announced a proposed acquisition of Australian Strategic Materials (ASM) valued at approximately A$447 million, aiming to establish a leading Western rare earths and critical minerals producer with a fully integrated supply chain.

Elevate Uranium Ltd has completed a $25 million capital raising and is nearing steady state operations of its U-pgrade pilot plant in Namibia, while expanding its uranium resource portfolio through extensive drilling and a strategic acquisition from Core Lithium Ltd.

Fletcher Building has agreed to sell its Construction Division to global giant VINCI Construction for an initial $315.6 million, with potential to rise to $334.1 million. The move marks a strategic pivot towards focused building products manufacturing.

Finder Energy has completed its acquisition of the Petrojarl I FPSO, issuing over 37 million shares to Amplus Energy as part of the US$15 million deal. Amplus’ Managing Director joins Finder’s board, signalling deeper collaboration.

Central Petroleum has confirmed its strategic acquisition in the Cooper and Otway Basins is now unconditional, with completion set for 23 January 2026, marking a significant expansion of its asset portfolio.

Qube Holdings confirms Macquarie Asset Management has extended the exclusivity period under their due diligence agreement, though no binding proposal is guaranteed.

MetalsTech Limited is progressing its Pre-Feasibility Study for the Sturec Gold Mine in Slovakia, targeting completion in the first half of 2026, alongside key board appointments aimed at driving the project forward.

betr Entertainment has reported a robust 24.5% increase in turnover for Q2 FY26 alongside a strategic on-market share buy-back of up to 10%, signalling confidence in its intrinsic value and growth prospects.

Little Green Pharma Ltd has agreed to acquire Cannatrek Ltd in a transformational merger that will create a leading vertically integrated medicinal cannabis group across Australia and Europe. The deal combines cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, clinics, and digital health platforms under one roof, positioning the combined entity for accelerated growth.