Latest Takeover News

Humm Group has been named as a defendant in a High Court challenge by major shareholder Andrew Abercrombie, contesting the Takeovers Panel's voting restriction orders that could reshape shareholder control ahead of a key EGM.

Atlantic Lithium has agreed to be acquired by Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt for US$210 million in an all-cash deal offering a 26.6% premium to recent share prices, aiming to accelerate lithium production in Ghana.

Accordant Group has confirmed it has met the minimum NZD 5 million target for its rights offer, with the S.A. Hull Family Trust No. 2 stepping in to cover any shortfall. The offer is set to close on 13 May 2026, with final results due two days earlier.

Helix Resources pushes back against Canex Metals' challenge to its Gold Basin joint venture, affirming compliance with agreements and regulatory standards despite ongoing takeover tensions.

Winsome Resources shareholders and optionholders overwhelmingly backed Li-FT Power’s takeover scheme, clearing a major hurdle before the Supreme Court’s final approval scheduled for 11 May 2026.

Magnetic Resources has sent shareholders the detailed Scheme Booklet for Genesis Minerals’ $639 million acquisition, including an independent expert’s endorsement and unanimous board support, setting the stage for a pivotal vote.

Peel Mining’s scheme of arrangement with Aeris Resources, coupled with the demerger of Spectre Metals, gains strong endorsement from an independent expert, positioning shareholders for exposure to both a copper producer and a zinc-focused explorer.

Winsome Resources is set for a decisive court hearing on 11 May 2026 to approve Li-FT Power's acquisition scheme, a critical step toward completing the lithium-focused takeover.

Bourns, Inc. has crossed the 90% acceptance threshold in its takeover of Rakon, making the offer unconditional and triggering compulsory acquisition rights and a planned delisting from NZX.

Toro Energy shareholders face a pivotal vote on a takeover scheme by IsoEnergy, offering a near 80% premium and access to a diversified uranium portfolio across Australia, Canada, and the US.

Atlas Arteria has received an unsolicited takeover offer from IFM Investors valuing the company at A$4.75 per security, a modest premium to recent prices. The board advises securityholders to take no immediate action as conditions and approvals remain uncertain.

Loyal Metals has completed the acquisition of the high-grade Highway Reward Copper-Gold Mine and confirmed a large-scale VHMS mineral system, while agreeing to a cash takeover by PT Bumi Resources valuing the company at A$79.1 million.