Latest Ownership Structure News

Hanwha Group claims US approval to fully own Austal, but independent checks suggest a narrower green light. Australian regulators still hold the final say on foreign ownership.

Hutchison Telecommunications (Australia) Limited (HTAL) has recommended shareholders accept an off-market takeover bid by majority owner HTABV, offering a significant premium over recent trading prices. Independent experts affirm the offer as fair and reasonable, setting the stage for a potential full acquisition.

Emmerson Resources has resumed drilling at its White Devil gold deposit, aiming to expand and refine its substantial mineral resource ahead of key development studies.

Apollo Minerals has completed its Phase 2 drilling at the Salanie Gold Project in Gabon, confirming shallow, high-grade gold mineralisation and extending known zones along a 12km greenstone belt. The results reinforce the project's potential and set the stage for further exploration.

Soul Patts and Brickworks have announced a transformative merger to create Washington H. Soul Pattinson, a new $14 billion ASX-listed company. The deal simplifies ownership, boosts liquidity, and offers shareholders a premium on Brickworks shares.

Ballard Mining Limited is launching an IPO to raise up to $30 million, aiming to accelerate exploration and development of its Mt Ida Gold Project in Western Australia, which hosts over 1.1 million ounces of gold.

Goodman Group reports steady progress in Q3 FY25 with a robust $13.7 billion development pipeline and strong demand for logistics and data centre infrastructure, reaffirming its FY25 Operating EPS growth forecast of 9%.

Nufarm reported a mixed 1H25 with a strong rebound in crop protection profits contrasting a sharp decline in seed technologies earnings, prompting a strategic review of the latter business.

Dexus disputes a formal notice from Australia Pacific Airports Corporation accusing it of breaching confidentiality during a sale process of its airport stakes. The unfolding dispute could have significant governance and financial implications for both parties.

Mayne Pharma Group has proposed a $7.40 per share acquisition by Cosette Pharmaceuticals, with unanimous board support and a fair and reasonable opinion from an independent expert. Shareholders will vote on the scheme on June 18, 2025.

Exxaro Resources has agreed to acquire a near 20% stake in Jupiter Mines and a controlling interest in the Tshipi Manganese Mine, reshaping ownership and operational dynamics in the Kalahari Manganese Field.

BGH Capital has made an unsolicited, non-binding proposal to acquire a controlling interest in Webjet Group at $0.80 per share, signaling potential shifts in ownership for the travel services company.