Latest Regulatory Scrutiny News

N1 Holdings Limited has reported a strong December quarter with rising revenue, net profit, and cash receipts, underpinned by SME lending growth and funding efficiency improvements. The company also navigates increased regulatory scrutiny with a firm commitment to conservative lending.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has advanced its review of Ampol’s acquisition of EG Australia to a more detailed Phase 2 assessment, signalling potential competition concerns. Ampol remains optimistic about completing the deal by mid-2026 despite the regulatory scrutiny.

Richmond Vanadium Technology Limited has responded to an ASX price query following a sharp rise in its share price and trading volume, confirming no undisclosed information is driving the activity and attributing the surge to broader market interest and improved liquidity.

Astron Limited has responded to an ASX query regarding delayed disclosure of director interest changes, attributing the lapse to administrative oversight and outlining steps to tighten compliance.

Aristocrat Leisure and Light & Wonder have resolved their high-profile intellectual property litigation with a $190 million settlement and the withdrawal of disputed games from the market.

Pharmaceutical manufacturer ANO has been hit with a US FDA Import Alert, joining several Australian peers amid wider regulatory tensions. The company is mobilising expert consultants and preparing a petition to lift the alert within weeks.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced estimated cash distributions for a broad suite of Australian iShares ETFs, with key dates set for January 2026. Investors are reminded to update details and consider the Distribution Reinvestment Plan ahead of the record date.

Next Science Limited’s shares have been suspended from ASX trading due to insufficient ongoing operations following the disposal of its main business. The suspension raises questions about the company’s future direction and compliance with listing rules.

360 Capital Group (ASX, TGP) has received an unconditional on-market takeover bid from TT Investments at $0.31 per stapled security. The Independent Board Committee unanimously recommends acceptance, supported by an Independent Expert's fair and reasonable opinion.

OZZ Resources has entered a binding option agreement with Scorpion Minerals, offering an exclusive chance to acquire its key tenements for $2.6 million plus a gold production royalty. The deal awaits shareholder approval and hinges on several regulatory and operational conditions.

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank has been hit with a $50 million operational risk capital charge by APRA, while AUSTRAC launches an enforcement investigation into serious AML/CTF breaches. The bank commits to intensifying risk management efforts amid regulatory scrutiny.

RAS Technology Holdings will not renew its Complete Racing Solution contract with Stake in 2026, shifting focus to expanding in regulated markets and Asia’s burgeoning racing sector.