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Finaccess Restauración, S.L. has launched a formal, unconditional takeover offer for all remaining shares of Restaurant Brands New Zealand Limited at NZ$5.05 per share, representing a substantial premium over recent trading prices.

Catapult Sports has successfully completed a A$130 million institutional placement to fund its strategic acquisition of IMPECT GmbH, a leader in soccer analytics software. The company also launched a A$20 million Share Purchase Plan to engage existing shareholders.

Baby Bunting has reported record FY25 results and reaffirmed its FY26 guidance, driven by strong sales growth and the ongoing Store of the Future refurbishment program. The company is expanding both large and small format stores, aiming to return to a +10% EBITDA margin business.

Gryphon Capital Income Trust (ASX, GCI) has opened a non-underwritten unit purchase plan offering new units at A$2.00 each to eligible unitholders in Australia and New Zealand. The offer aims to raise up to A$337 million to support portfolio growth.

Critical Resources Limited has promoted Tim Wither from CEO to Managing Director, rewarding his leadership with a substantial incentive package as the company advances its critical minerals portfolio.

WhiteHawk Limited has announced the listing of nearly 93.5 million free-attaching options issued under its August 2025 placement, exercisable at $0.02 and expiring in 2028. These options, approved by shareholders, could raise close to $1.87 million if fully exercised.

Meridian Energy’s September 2025 report reveals exceptional hydro storage levels and a notable uptick in electricity demand and retail sales, setting a positive tone for the company’s near-term outlook.

Catapult Sports Ltd has announced a strategic acquisition of German soccer analytics firm Impect GmbH, funded by a fully underwritten A$130 million placement and a share purchase plan. This move enhances Catapult’s platform with advanced scouting and tactical insights, positioning the company for accelerated growth.

Catapult Sports is set to acquire German soccer analytics innovator IMPECT, backed by a A$150 million equity raise, enhancing its global sports technology platform with proprietary scouting insights.

Nimy Resources reminds shareholders of the imminent closing of its Share Purchase Plan, following promising developments at its Mons Critical Mineral project and a recent $1.72 million placement.

Carnavale Resources has announced a fully underwritten entitlement issue to raise up to $4.09 million before costs, offering one new share for every four held plus free attaching shares. The capital raise precedes a proposed 15, 1 share consolidation subject to shareholder approval.

Fletcher Building reports a decline in sales volumes and margin pressures in Q1 FY26, driven by weak demand and intense competition in New Zealand. The company launches a NZ$100 million cost-out program to navigate ongoing market challenges.