Latest Regulatory Proceedings News

The ACCC has initiated Federal Court proceedings against Dusk Group's subsidiary, alleging supply of button battery products without completed safety testing and breaches of prior undertakings.

Booster Investment Scheme 2's Private Land and Property Fund swung back to profit with NZD 1.3 million after tax for the year ended March 2026, despite net asset value slipping due to unit redemptions. The Fund’s investment portfolio remains concentrated in unlisted New Zealand agricultural and property assets, while its Manager faces unrelated FMA proceedings.

Sequoia Financial Group has pushed back its interim dividend payment to 29 June 2026 due to unresolved court proceedings and negotiations over the sale of its InterPrac subsidiary. The Federal Court has set a tight timetable for filings on the Share Sale Agreement status, with a potential hearing in July.

ASX Limited projects a significant 18-21% rise in expenses for FY27 driven by technology modernisation and regulatory response, while increasing capital expenditure guidance to up to $200 million.

Sequoia Financial Group has pushed back its interim dividend payment to 3 June 2026, citing ongoing Federal Court proceedings triggered by ASIC over the contested sale of its InterPrac subsidiary.

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Limited (ASX: EOS) has concluded its civil penalty proceedings with ASIC, agreeing to a $4 million penalty and costs. This resolution marks a significant step in addressing legacy issues and refocusing on strategic growth.

The Takeovers Panel has ordered a further adjournment of Humm Group's shareholder meeting amid ongoing disputes over insider dealings and a takeover proposal. The meeting will now be held between late April and early May, prolonging uncertainty.

Super Retail Group reported a 4.2% revenue increase to $2.19 billion for the first half of FY26, driven by store expansion and online sales growth, while net profit declined nearly 20% due to higher costs and promotional activity.

Solvar Limited reported a 5.8% rise in net profit for the half year ending December 2025, driven by strategic asset sales and expanded funding facilities. The company declared both interim and special dividends, signalling confidence despite ongoing regulatory challenges.

Insurance Australia Group’s half year net profit fell 35% to $505 million, weighed down by natural peril claims and integration costs from its RACQI acquisition. Despite this, the insurer maintains its full-year guidance and announces a $200 million share buy-back.

ASIC has initiated civil proceedings against Equity Trustee Superannuation Limited, alleging failures in due diligence and monitoring related to the Shield Master Fund. Equity Trustees is cooperating with ASIC and supporting affected members while reviewing the claims.

The Takeovers Panel has declined to investigate alleged breaches related to Yowie Group’s recent share placement and funding arrangements, finding no material impact on company control or disclosure issues.