Latest Takeover Bid News

Matsa Resources has advised shareholders to take no immediate action following Patronus Resources’ unsolicited takeover offer, with a formal recommendation expected soon.

Patronus Resources has initiated an on-market takeover offer for Matsa Resources at $0.045 per share, representing a significant premium and aiming to consolidate its position in gold exploration.

Euroz Hartleys, acting for Patronus Resources, has launched an unconditional on-market takeover bid for Matsa Resources at A$0.045 per share, aiming to acquire all shares not already controlled. The offer period runs from February 24 to March 24, 2025.

ikeGPS has halted acquisition talks after a private equity offer at a 62% premium failed to secure key shareholder backing, signaling confidence in its growth trajectory within the electric utility software market.

Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a resilient H1 FY25 with a $1.26 billion portfolio and upgraded its distribution guidance to 19.7 cents per security, despite significant governance changes amid a takeover bid.

Hotel Property Investments (HPI) reported a robust half-year profit of A$16.7 million, driven by rising rental income and property valuations, while managing significant takeover defence costs amid Charter Hall Retail REIT and Hostplus bids.

SEQ Hospitality Group has formally withdrawn its off-market takeover bid for Eumundi Group following shareholder and court approval of a competing scheme of arrangement. This move effectively ends the takeover offer and confirms the scheme as the path forward for Eumundi shareholders.

Beam Dental Bidco Pty Ltd’s off-market takeover offer for Pacific Smiles Group Limited is set to close on 11 February 2025, with the Pacific Smiles Board unanimously recommending acceptance of the cash offer. Holding 89.23% voting power, Bidco signals no extension or price increase, urging shareholders to act promptly.

Australian Food Super (AFS) has initiated a compulsory buy-out of the last remaining convertible securities in Dynamic Group Holdings Limited (DDB) following its near-total takeover. The buy-out offer aligns with an independent expert valuation, signaling the final phase of AFS's consolidation.

Fortescue Ltd has crossed the 75% ownership threshold in Red Hawk Mining, prompting an increase in its takeover offer price from A$1.05 to A$1.20 per share ahead of the March 3 closing date.

Inca Minerals has entered a binding agreement to acquire Stunalara Metals via an off-market takeover bid, aiming to expand its portfolio with high-grade gold and antimony exploration assets in North Queensland and beyond.

Whitebark Energy Limited has announced an off-market takeover offer to acquire all shares and options in King Energy Limited, with unanimous support from King’s board. The offer aims to create a diversified Australian energy company with enhanced market presence and operational synergies.