Latest Tax Implications News

The Australian Taxation Office has issued a Class Ruling confirming scrip for scrip capital gains tax roll-over relief for Diversified United Investment shareholders following their merger with Australian United Investment Company.

FireFly Metals has completed an in-specie distribution of 60 million Bellavista shares to eligible shareholders following the sale of its Ontario gold projects. Trading in Bellavista shares begins 12 May 2026, while FireFly awaits an ATO ruling on tax implications.

Emmerson Resources Limited shareholders will vote on a Court-approved scheme to be acquired by Pan African Resources, exchanging shares for Pan African CDIs and gaining exposure to a larger gold producer.

Amaero Ltd is set to re-domicile from Australia to Delaware via court-approved schemes, issuing US HoldCo CHESS Depositary Interests to shareholders while maintaining its ASX listing. The move aims to tap into deeper US capital markets and enhance strategic growth opportunities.

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.

Diamond Infraco 1 Pty Ltd, backed by IFM Global Infrastructure Fund, has tabled an all-cash takeover offer for the remaining Atlas Arteria securities at A$4.75, rising to A$5.10 if a 45% stake is secured. The bid comes amid concerns over Atlas Arteria’s recent strategic pivot and operational underperformance.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (ASX: CQE) has announced a 4.30 cents per unit interim distribution for Q1 2026, accompanied by an 8.5762 cents per unit fund payment under the AMIT regime. The payment date is set for 21 April 2026, with detailed withholding tax components primarily affecting non-resident investors.

Diversified United Investment Limited shareholders overwhelmingly approved a merger with Australian United Investment Company Limited, setting the stage for increased dividends and operational efficiencies.

Ainsworth Game Technology Limited has released its Target’s Statement recommending shareholders accept an unconditional proportional off-market takeover bid by Mr Kjerulf David Hastings Ainsworth at $1.30 per share, representing a premium to recent trading prices.

Predictive Discovery Limited (ASX: PDI) and Robex Resources Inc. (ASX: RXR, TSX-V: RBX) have outlined the detailed timetable for their merger, effective 15 April 2026, with Robex shareholders exchanging shares for Predictive Discovery shares at a fixed ratio.

Cue Energy Resources Limited’s Independent Board Committee has unanimously advised shareholders to reject Horizon Oil Limited’s off-market takeover offer, citing undervaluation and significant risks. Shareholders are urged to take no action in response to the offer.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited has announced the final distribution amounts for 11 ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA Market for the quarter ending 31 March 2026, detailing franking percentages and dividend reinvestment prices.