Latest Regulatory Approval News

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has agreed to acquire RACQ Bank’s retail lending assets and deposits, expanding its customer base and enhancing geographic diversity. The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings and align with the bank’s 2030 return targets.

Nuix Limited has announced its acquisition of Paris-based graph intelligence firm Linkurious for up to €20 million, aiming to enhance its AI-driven data analytics capabilities and expand its global footprint.

True North Copper has launched a right-sized Pre-Feasibility Study for its Cloncurry Copper Project following strong 2025 drilling results, aiming to refine resource estimates and optimise development plans ahead of a potential investment decision in 2026.

QPM Energy Limited has announced a $30 million equity raise to support the development of its Isaac Power Station, advancing toward a final investment decision in March 2026 and commissioning by mid-2027. The funding package, complemented by a $113.7 million lease agreement and a $40 million convertible note, underpins a project poised to strengthen Queensland’s energy transition.

Patriot Resources advances its Gorman Lithium Project in Ontario, securing drill permits and confirming a high-grade lithium system within a proven strategic district.

Perseus Mining has tabled a binding offer to acquire all remaining shares of Predictive Discovery, offering a significant premium and aiming to strengthen its African gold portfolio.

Finder Energy has acquired the Petrojarl I FPSO from Amplus Energy for US$15 million, aiming to fast-track its KTJ oil development project with a targeted final investment decision by mid-2026 and first oil by the end of 2027. This move is supported by a two-tranche institutional placement raising A$25 million at a 21.3% discount.

Vulcan Energy Resources has locked in full financing for its Phase One Lionheart project, marking a pivotal step toward producing carbon-neutral lithium hydroxide in Germany by 2028. The €2.2 billion package combines debt, equity, and government grants, underpinning robust project economics and strategic partnerships.

Chariot Resources has amended its acquisition agreement for a Nigerian lithium portfolio, securing financing and extending the closing deadline to May 2026. The move reinforces exclusivity protections and paves the way for a smoother transaction completion.

Nexsen Limited has appointed internationally acclaimed surgeon-scientist Professor Shekhar Kumta to its board, aiming to fast-track clinical validation and regulatory approval for its rapid diagnostic platforms ahead of a planned 2026 market entry.

QuickFee Limited has completed a $28.5 million capital return following the sale of its US Pay Now and Connect businesses, while updating its dividend policy to target regular shareholder cash distributions starting in FY26.

Invion Limited has expanded its global rights to the Photosoft™ technology, gaining exclusive perpetual licenses across a broad range of human and animal diseases, including cancers and infectious diseases. This milestone-based deal positions Invion to accelerate clinical development and commercialisation worldwide.