Latest Takeover Bid News

Embark Early Education has closed its takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare, acquiring nearly 40% voting power with a strong cash acceptance rate. The move signals a significant step in sector consolidation.

Horizon Oil has launched an off-market takeover offer for Cue Energy Resources, proposing a mix of cash and shares. Cue’s Independent Board Committee is now carefully evaluating the proposal before advising shareholders.

Reef Casino Trust has issued a second supplementary target’s statement as the takeover bid by Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd extends to August 2026 due to delayed casino licensing approvals. The board maintains its recommendation for unitholders to accept the offer, pending regulatory outcomes and expert advice.

Mayfield Childcare reported FY25 revenue growth driven by acquisitions but faced EBITDA decline due to occupancy and integration issues. Embark Education’s takeover bid adds a new dimension to the company’s strategic outlook.

Echelon Resources has agreed to sell its 19.99% stake in Cue Energy to Horizon Oil and plans to accept Horizon’s takeover offer for the remaining shares, pending regulatory approvals.

Horizon Oil has made a strategic move to acquire the remaining shares of Cue Energy Resources with an offer valuing Cue shares at approximately 14.3 cents each, representing a notable premium. This bid aims to create a larger, more diversified oil and gas entity with potential annual synergies of up to A$2 million.

Embark Early Education Limited delivered a robust 2025 financial performance, marked by significant revenue and EBITDA growth, while setting sights on expanding through a strategic takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare Limited.

Energy Resources of Australia reported a significantly reduced net loss of $50 million for 2025, driven by rehabilitation provision adjustments and higher interest income. Meanwhile, rehabilitation delays and Rio Tinto’s compulsory acquisition efforts highlight ongoing operational and ownership challenges.

Reef Casino Trust has reported a 4.8% increase in revenue and a 6.4% rise in net profit for 2025, supported by strong casino and hotel performance. Meanwhile, a takeover bid at $3.87 per unit is underway, backed by major unitholders and recommended by the board.

Pepper Money Limited reported a record-breaking 2025 financial year, driven by strong growth in originations and assets under management, alongside enhanced ESG reporting and a significant acquisition proposal.

BlueScope has received a revised takeover proposal offering $32.35 per share in cash from a consortium of SGH and Steel Dynamics, prompting the Board to reassess the offer amid strategic restructuring plans.

BlueScope Steel reported a robust first half of FY2026 with underlying EBIT soaring 81% to $557.5 million and announced a $3.00 per share shareholder return plan, while decisively rejecting a $30 per share takeover proposal.