Latest Regulatory Development News

Reef Casino Trust and Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd have agreed to increase the takeover bid price to $3.87 per unit, boosting the total offer value to approximately A$192.7 million. The unanimous board recommendation and major unitholder support underscore the deal’s momentum amid regulatory conditions.

Optiscan Imaging Limited has launched a $17.75 million fully underwritten entitlement offer to fund clinical trials, regulatory approvals, and product development. Peters Investments underwrites the offer, potentially increasing its stake to nearly 39%.

Basin Energy Limited has secured $1.25 million to advance exploration of uranium and rare earth metals across strategic Tier-1 jurisdictions, positioning itself amid rising global demand for clean energy minerals.

Neuren Pharmaceuticals reported a robust half-year with an 88% increase in net profit, driven by rising royalties from DAYBUE™ sales and progress in its NNZ-2591 clinical program. The company also completed a $39.6 million share buy-back, underscoring confidence in its growth trajectory.

Perpetual Credit Income Trust reported a 20.7% increase in net assets to $532.8 million for FY25, while posting a modest profit decline amid challenging market conditions. The Trust’s $93 million capital raise and diversified credit portfolio underpin its strategy for stable income and growth.

Regis Resources Limited delivered a standout FY25 with record revenue and profit, driven by unhedged gold sales and underground growth, while confronting a significant legal challenge over its McPhillamys Gold Project.

SkyCity Entertainment Group reports a 5% revenue decline in FY25 amid economic headwinds and elevated investments, announcing a $240 million equity raise to bolster its balance sheet ahead of the NZICC opening and online gaming launch.

APA Group delivered robust FY25 financial results with earnings near the top of guidance and announced confident FY26 growth plans, underpinned by cost reductions and a $2.1 billion project pipeline.

Challenger Limited reported a solid 9% rise in normalised NPAT to $456 million for FY25, alongside an 11% dividend increase to 29.5 cents per share, underscoring its strategic momentum and capital strength. The company’s outlook for FY26 remains positive, with guidance pointing to continued growth and shareholder returns amid evolving retirement income reforms.

Peak Rare Earths Limited has entered a scheme of arrangement with Shenghe Resources (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., valuing the company at approximately A$158 million. The scheme offers Peak shareholders a cash consideration of no less than A$0.359 per share, representing a 199% premium to the last closing price.

betr Entertainment has officially launched its all-scrip takeover offer for PointsBet shareholders, valuing shares above a rival cash bid and promising significant cost synergies.

Aurizon Holdings reported a modest 3% decline in FY2025 underlying EBITDA, weighed down by Bulk segment setbacks, while announcing a robust FY2026 earnings forecast and a $150 million share buy-back.