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SkyCity has appointed UBS and Chapman Tripp to run a structured process exploring potential transactions and other ways to lift shareholder value, while continuing talks with two parties whose earlier approaches were rejected. The casino operator also expects major asset sale proceeds and says cost savings are tracking ahead of plan.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
30 Sept 2026
SkyCity Entertainment Group turned down two unsolicited takeover proposals from Oaktree Capital and another party, citing undervaluation and onerous conditions. The company remains focused on its asset sales and operational reset.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
25 Aug 2026
SkyCity Entertainment Group reported a 22% drop in underlying EBITDA for FY26, impacted by regulatory costs and carded play rollout, while progressing asset sales and preparing for New Zealand's online casino market.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
20 Aug 2026
SkyCity Entertainment Group has signed a non-binding heads of agreement to sell The Grand Hotel, aiming to boost financial flexibility through asset monetisation and debt repayment.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
22 July 2026
SkyCity Entertainment Group has completed the unconditional sale of its 99 Albert Street and Victoria Street properties for $74.5 million, aiming to reduce debt and boost financial flexibility.
Eva Park
Eva Park
17 July 2026
SkyCity Entertainment Group and its Adelaide arm have struck a non-binding deal with South Australian regulators to settle long-running compliance issues, including a A$21 million fine and major governance changes at the Adelaide Casino.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
19 June 2026
SkyCity Entertainment Group posted a solid half-year profit increase to NZD 12.1 million despite a slight revenue dip, bolstered by a major equity raise and a clean bill on its Adelaide casino licence.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
19 Feb 2026
Fletcher Building reports a stable half-year performance despite subdued markets, advancing its strategic pivot with the announced sale of its Construction division.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
18 Feb 2026
SkyCity Entertainment Group reported a decline in FY25 revenue and earnings but remains confident in its FY26 outlook, underpinned by cost savings and strategic initiatives.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
31 Oct 2025
SkyCity Entertainment Group has successfully completed a NZ$240 million equity raise through a fully underwritten entitlement offer, with retail shareholders subscribing to one-third of their entitlements. New shares will begin trading next week on both the NZX and ASX.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
9 Sept 2025
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.
Victor Sage
Victor Sage
21 Aug 2025
SkyCity Entertainment Group has resolved a decade-long dispute over casino duty calculations with South Australia’s Treasurer, agreeing to a $38.1 million settlement that ends ongoing legal proceedings.
Elise Vega
Elise Vega
31 Jan 2025

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