🕒 Wednesday 19 November 2025 Wed, 19 Nov 2025

Finbar Group Limited highlights strong sales momentum in 2025, underpinned by a $1.2 billion development pipeline and a buoyant Western Australian apartment market driven by migration and undersupply.

Lloyds Banking Group is set to acquire London-based fintech Curve, aiming to enhance its mobile banking with advanced digital wallet features. The deal, expected to close in early 2026, marks a strategic push in Lloyds’ digital transformation journey.

EVE Health Group has partnered with telehealth provider hubMed to deliver a national patient support program, enhancing care continuity for users of its women’s and men’s health products Dyspro™ and Libbo™.

The Takeovers Panel has declared unacceptable circumstances in the Mayne Pharma acquisition, ordering Cosette Pharmaceuticals to comply with conditions preventing closure of the Salisbury manufacturing site. This ruling highlights concerns over market transparency and the integrity of the takeover process.

The Takeovers Panel has declared unacceptable circumstances in the Mayne Pharma acquisition after Cosette Pharmaceuticals changed its intentions to close the Salisbury manufacturing site, raising concerns over market transparency and regulatory approval.

Mount Hope Mining has withdrawn its recently announced Share Purchase Plan, citing challenging market conditions. Shareholders will receive full refunds within days.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited has announced estimated distribution amounts for three of its ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA Market for the period ending 30 November 2025, highlighting income opportunities for investors.

I Synergy Group’s subsidiary has inked four separate 12-month leases for its AI computing hardware and software, marking a strategic push into recurring revenue streams.

Astron Limited has received a pivotal Australian Taxation Office Class Ruling confirming capital gains tax roll-over relief for shareholders following its redomicile from Hong Kong to Australia. This development streamlines the company’s structure and offers potential long-term benefits to investors.

Bentley Capital Limited has reached a confidential settlement with Keybridge Capital Limited, receiving $250,000 to resolve a protracted legal dispute over shared legal costs.

Tasmea Limited has announced the acquisition of WorkPac Group for up to A$60.7 million, significantly enhancing its workforce solutions capabilities and positioning the company for growth amid Australia's skilled labour shortages.

Tasmea Limited has entered a conditional agreement to acquire WorkPac Group for up to $60.7 million, aiming to enhance its workforce solutions and specialist trade services. The deal is expected to be accretive to earnings and strategically expand Tasmea’s footprint across Australia.

Tasmea Limited reported a stellar FY25 with strong revenue and profit growth, bolstered by strategic acquisitions and a robust dividend payout. The company signals continued momentum with a new acquisition announcement and targets ASX300 inclusion in 2026.

Tasmea Limited reported robust FY25 financial results with a 74% jump in net profit after tax, driven by organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The company reaffirmed its FY26 guidance, supported by a $43 million institutional placement to fuel further expansion.

Garda Property Group has completed the $113.6 million sale of its North Lakes industrial site, sharply reducing debt and focusing its portfolio exclusively on Brisbane industrial assets. The group also secured a three-year extension on its debt facility with improved pricing, positioning itself for selective growth in private lending.

Altamin Limited has appointed GBA Capital as lead manager to place shortfall shares from its recent entitlement offer, offering broker options as part of the arrangement. This move aims to bolster support for its critical minerals projects in Italy while engaging new and existing investors.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited updates on its development of two novel insecticides, Flavocide and Qcide, highlighting regulatory progress, commercial partnerships, and a strong market outlook across multiple sectors.

Infomedia Ltd has announced a fully franked special dividend of 2.9 cents per share, payable in late November, linked to its pending acquisition by McQueen BidCo Pty Ltd.

Bio-Gene Technology reports significant progress in developing its bio-insecticides Flavocide and Qcide, including new efficacy data and organic certification, positioning the company for growth amid rising global demand for safer pest control.

Manuka Resources has revised its exploration target disclosures to comply with JORC standards and announced an accelerated gold drilling program targeting extensions at Mt Boppy and shallow mineralisation at Pipeline Ridge, with results expected early 2026.

Conrad Asia Energy Ltd has had its trading suspension lifted following the completion of a significant farm down of 75% of its Duyung Production Sharing Contract. This move marks a pivotal moment for the company’s asset portfolio and market presence.

Conrad Asia Energy has partnered with PT Nations Natuna Barat to farm down a majority stake in the Mako gas field, securing full funding for its development and reducing capital risk. The deal positions Conrad to focus on other exploration assets while retaining operational control.

Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has acquired a UK-based interceptor drone business for A$10 million, adding a cutting-edge counter-drone capability to its portfolio. The move positions EOS as a leader in advanced drone defense technology with a commercial launch expected within two years.

Alara Resources’ Oman joint venture has secured an additional $36.4 million loan facility to fund key capital projects and sustain operations at the Al Wash-hi Majaza Copper Gold Project.