Latest Australian Competition And Consumer Commission News

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has scheduled its decision on Elders Limited’s acquisition of Delta Agribusiness for 9 October 2025, as Elders continues to address regulatory concerns.

Atlas Arteria has announced an ordinary dividend of AUD 0.20 per security for the six months ending June 2025, payable in early October. The dividend is fully unfranked, reflecting the company’s international income streams.

Garda Property Group has announced a quarterly distribution of AUD 0.02 per security for the period ending September 30, 2025, incorporating a notable non-cash capital gain component from a recent asset sale.

The ACCC has raised preliminary concerns that IAG’s proposed acquisition of RAC Insurance in Western Australia could reduce competition, potentially leading to higher premiums and limited repair service access for rivals.

Woolworths Group posted a modest 1.7% revenue increase to $69.1 billion for the 52 weeks ending June 2025, while earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) fell 12.6%, weighed down by challenges in its Australian Food and BIG W segments.

Coles Group Limited reported modest growth in FY25 with $44.35 billion revenue and $1.08 billion net profit, underpinned by major supply chain investments and sustainability milestones. The company maintained dividends but faces ongoing legal challenges.

Dalrymple Bay Infrastructure Limited has announced a quarterly dividend of 5.875 cents per stapled security, combining a partially franked dividend and a partial loan note repayment, payable in September 2025.

Cuscal Limited reported a 6% revenue increase for FY25 and announced a strategic acquisition of Indue, alongside a leadership change and a higher final dividend.

Reef Casino Trust faces a new takeover challenge as Morris Group submits a conditional $191.7 million cash offer, competing with the board-backed Iris proposal. The trust’s Independent Board Committee urges unitholders to hold off while assessing the competing bids.

Iris Cairns Property Pty Ltd has increased its cash takeover offer for Reef Casino Trust units to A$3.72 per unit, with the Reef Corporate Services Limited board unanimously recommending acceptance. The offer values the trust at approximately A$185.3 million and awaits regulatory approvals.

Ampol Limited reported a resilient first half in 2025 with steady earnings and declared a fully franked interim dividend, while announcing a transformative acquisition of EG Australia pending regulatory approval.

Ampol Limited posted a statutory net loss of $25.3 million for the first half of 2025, impacted by significant items and inventory losses, while continuing to invest in electric vehicle infrastructure and fuel supply chain enhancements.