Latest Regulatory Scrutiny News

EQT Holdings has received a non-binding takeover proposal from BGH Capital valuing the company at $24.75 per share, subject to due diligence and regulatory approvals.

Ovanti Limited has launched a 1-for-1 entitlement offer to raise approximately AUD 2.293 million at 0.2 cents per share, targeting working capital and offer costs. The offer closes on 1 September 2026 and includes a top-up facility for additional shares.

Peter Warren Automotive reported a modest revenue increase to AUD 2.489 billion in FY26 but saw profit after tax nearly halve to AUD 6.3 million, reflecting margin pressure in new vehicles and rising operating costs. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 0.6 cents per share and is poised for growth with expanded Chinese brand exposure and a disciplined acquisition pipeline.

Advanced Braking Technology’s BRAKEiQ has cleared a critical international standard step, confirming its interoperability with third-party systems and edging closer to full CAS Level 9 certification for mining safety.

Solvar Limited posted a 6.2% decline in statutory net profit for FY26 to $29.5 million, while normalised earnings rose 7.5%. The lender declared a 19.5 cents fully franked dividend and expanded its Australian loan book by 10.5%, driven by growth in commercial lending.

James Hardie Industries has been hit with a new class action in Victoria alleging breaches related to forward-looking financial statements made between May and August 2025. The company denies any wrongdoing and plans to defend vigorously.

Telstra reported a solid FY26 with EBITDAaL up 4% and cash EPS rising 14%, alongside increased capital expenditure and a new $1 billion share buyback. The company is advancing its digital infrastructure investments and AI capabilities while addressing a significant July network outage under regulatory scrutiny.

The Acting President of the Takeovers Panel has refused to impose interim restrictions on certain GWR shareholders' voting and share transfer rights, leaving the door open for a full Panel review.

ASX Limited reported a 13.3% rise in operating revenue to $1.25 billion for FY26, with underlying net profit up 5.2%, despite a 3.5% dip in statutory profit due to significant one-off costs including a $20.5 million ASIC penalty. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 104.7 cents per share and appointed Anthony Attia as CEO.

Insurance Australia Group reported a 15.1% revenue increase to $21.3 billion in FY26 but saw net profit after tax fall 24.8% to $1.022 billion, impacted by natural peril claims and RACQ acquisition costs. The company declared a 20c final dividend, suspending its DRP.

Telstra Group Limited posted modest revenue decline but growth in profit and earnings per share for FY26, alongside a 10.5% dividend increase and a new $1 billion share buy-back. The company advances its Connected Future 30 strategy while managing a major July network outage.

Far East Gold Ltd (ASX: FEG) has explained the delayed filing of a director’s interest change notice, attributing the lag to the off-market takeover bid process by Xingye Gold. The company is reinforcing its disclosure policies to prevent future delays.