Latest Takeover Bid News

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SEQ Hospitality Group has formally withdrawn its off-market takeover bid for Eumundi Group following shareholder and court approval of a competing scheme of arrangement.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.

Fortescue Ltd’s subsidiary FMG Pilbara Pty Ltd has acquired a 66.23% majority interest in Red Hawk Mining, advancing its takeover bid with an increased offer price to incentivize remaining shareholders.

Mako Gold Limited’s securities have been suspended from ASX trading following Aurum Resources’ dispatch of compulsory acquisition notices, signaling a pivotal ownership transition.

5G Networks Limited has extended its on-market takeover offer for AuCyber Limited shares, prolonging the bid period to mid-February 2025. This move signals continued strategic interest amid a competitive acquisition landscape.