Latest Takeover Bid News

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.

DGR Global has confirmed its support for Jiangxi Copper’s acquisition offer for SolGold, endorsing the 28 pence per share bid ahead of the upcoming shareholder vote.

Iris Cairns Property Trust has confirmed new funding arrangements and plans to extend its takeover offer period for Reef Casino Trust, navigating regulatory hurdles and reassuring investors of its financial backing.

Rio Tinto has officially ended merger discussions with Glencore, citing an inability to reach a deal that benefits shareholders. The decision underscores Rio Tinto’s disciplined approach to long-term value creation.

DGR Global, a major SolGold shareholder, has announced its current intention to back Jiangxi Copper's 28p per share offer, pending no better bids emerge. The SolGold board unanimously supports the scheme, with a shareholder vote set for 23 February 2026.

Embark Early Education has removed major hurdles from its off-market takeover bid for Mayfield Childcare, signalling stronger momentum towards acquisition.

Champion Iron Limited has raised US$100 million through a private placement with La Caisse to help fund its proposed acquisition of Rana Gruber ASA. The deal signals a strategic push to expand Champion’s iron ore footprint in Quebec.