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Megaport has successfully closed the retail portion of its AUD 827 million entitlement offer, raising AUD 308 million through the issuance of 21.6 million new shares priced at AUD 14.30 each. The retail offer's Top Up Facility was oversubscribed and scaled back to allocate all available shares to participating shareholders.

Spenda Limited's SPXOB securities have been suspended from trading by the ASX due to non-compliance with listing requirements. The suspension affects only this security class, leaving other Spenda securities unaffected.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited is trimming the management fee for its Australia 300 ETF (ASX: A300) by 25%, effective 1 July 2026, reflecting a subtle but meaningful cost saving for investors.

The ACCC has rejected Coles’ plan to acquire a leasehold for a new supermarket and liquor store in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, citing risks of reduced competition and the potential exit of an independent rival.

The ACCC has stepped in to prevent Coles from acquiring a leasehold for a new supermarket and liquor store in Kalgoorlie, citing risks of reduced competition and the potential exit of an independent rival.

Ampol has finalized its $1.165 billion acquisition of EG Australia, adding around 480 sites and 4,200 employees to its retail footprint. The deal is expected to deliver $65-80 million in synergies and boost earnings per share.

ARN Media is selling its Hong Kong out-of-home advertising business, Cody HK, to DFI Retail Group for HK$30.2 million, marking a strategic exit from non-core assets to sharpen focus on Australian operations.

Vanguard Investments Australia has released estimated distribution amounts for 34 ETFs, covering a broad spectrum of asset classes, with payments scheduled for mid-July 2026.

CONNEQT Health Limited is offering eligible shareholders a share purchase plan to raise up to $0.5 million at a 24.3% discount, aiming to fund its next growth phase in vascular health technology.

ClearVue Technologies is inviting eligible shareholders to participate in a $1 million Share Purchase Plan at a discount, following a $5 million institutional placement. The capital raised will support ERP rollout, R&D, and working capital.

Adore Beauty has expanded its debt facilities with Commonwealth Bank, increasing total capacity to $25.2 million to support inventory growth and a new semi-automated distribution centre.

Radius Residential Care boosted its profit before tax by 37% to $14.3 million in FY26, driven by strong operational performance and strategic acquisitions. The group now operates over 2,000 beds across 25 care homes and four villages, with a focus on high-acuity care and diversified services including home support and catering.