Latest Takeover Offer News

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SEQ Hospitality Group has formally withdrawn its off-market takeover bid for Eumundi Group following shareholder and court approval of a competing scheme of arrangement.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

Whitebark Energy has locked in a $2 million placement to fund its acquisition of King Energy, positioning itself at the forefront of Australia's emerging white hydrogen and helium sectors.

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.

Red Hawk Mining has issued a supplementary target's statement endorsing FMG’s increased $1.20 per share takeover offer, with FMG now holding a commanding 78% stake. The directors urge shareholders to accept the offer ahead of the March 3 closing date, citing the absence of superior proposals.

Fortescue Ltd has increased its takeover offer for Red Hawk Mining to $1.20 per share after securing acceptance from major shareholders, pushing its stake to approximately 78%. This move triggers the offer’s increased price condition and sets the stage for Red Hawk’s likely delisting from the ASX.

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.

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.

5G Networks Limited has automatically extended its takeover offer for AuCyber Limited after increasing its voting power to over 50%, signaling a decisive step toward full control.