Latest Takeover News

Yowie Group Ltd has firmly rejected the validity of director removal and nomination notices purportedly from Keybridge Capital, while confirming its status as Keybridge’s largest creditor with over $6.6 million owed. The company also detailed a recent share placement amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny.

A shareholder has lodged a formal application with the Takeovers Panel challenging FBR Limited’s recent share placements and governance practices, raising concerns over disclosure and shareholder engagement.

Xanadu Mines has received a takeover bid from Bastion at A$0.08 per share, representing a substantial premium and backed unanimously by the board and major shareholder CAAF. The offer includes a $17.2 million capital injection and is subject to limited conditions.

Wayburn Holdings has lodged a formal application with the Takeovers Panel challenging the integrity of Emu NL’s recent extraordinary general meeting vote, citing undisclosed share placements and opaque proxy handling.

NSX Limited has entered a Scheme Implementation Deed with CNSX Markets Inc. for a full acquisition at a 59% premium, subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. The deal aims to strengthen NSX’s market position and expand its product offerings.

Contact Energy Limited has announced a court-approved scheme to acquire Manawa Energy Limited, offering Manawa shareholders $1.12 cash plus 0.5830 new Contact shares per share, representing a significant premium. The merger aims to create a diversified renewable energy portfolio with substantial synergies and growth prospects.

Keybridge Capital urges shareholders to take no action following an off-market takeover bid from its own subsidiary, Yowie Group, citing serious governance concerns and legal disputes.

Appen Limited reports a strong financial turnaround in FY24, driven by growth outside Google and a focus on generative AI, while seeking shareholder approval for key governance and remuneration measures.

Peak Rare Earths is poised for acquisition by Shenghe Resources in a deal valuing the company at A$150.5 million, supported by a A$7.5 million entitlement offer to fund ongoing development and transaction costs.

Peak Rare Earths Limited has agreed to be acquired by Ganzhou Chenguang Rare Earths New Material Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Shenghe Resources, in a deal valuing Peak at A$150.5 million plus proceeds from a proposed entitlement offer. The transaction offers Peak shareholders a significant premium and aims to accelerate development of the Ngualla Rare Earth Project.

Delta Lithium Limited is set to unlock value by spinning out its Mt Ida Gold asset into a new ASX-listed company, Ballard Mining Limited, through a demerger and a $25-30 million IPO. This strategic move separates its gold and lithium businesses, positioning both for focused growth.

Dropsuite Limited’s shares are suspended from ASX trading following Federal Court approval of its acquisition by NinjaOne Australia, marking a pivotal step in the company’s transition.