Latest Takeover Bid News

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.

Webjet Group has ended acquisition discussions with Helloworld and BGH Capital, reaffirming its focus on executing its FY30 growth strategy while confirming FY26 EBITDA guidance and a $25 million share buy-back.

National Storage REIT delivered robust half-year results with earnings and occupancy gains, while agreeing to a premium acquisition offer from Brookfield-GIC consortium.

National Storage REIT has reported a robust half-year performance with rising earnings and a significant takeover proposal offering a 26.5% premium to shareholders.