Latest Competition News

Smartpay Holdings has entered an exclusivity agreement with an international strategic bidder offering NZ$1.20 per share in cash, advancing a potential full acquisition amid competing proposals.

CL8 Holdings has completed a strategic merger of its Carly car subscription business with Carbar Holdings, combining two of Australia’s leading platforms. The company retains a stake in the merged entity and plans to pursue fresh growth opportunities while streamlining operations.

PointsBet Holdings has received a confidential acquisition proposal from Betr Entertainment, prompting a careful evaluation by its Board while reaffirming support for the existing MIXI Scheme.

High-Tech Metals Limited has raised $1.26 million through a share placement backed by a cornerstone investment from Ragnar Metals, which now gains board representation. This capital injection aims to accelerate exploration activities across HTM’s project portfolio.

Codeifai Limited has raised $250,000 through unsecured convertible loans, positioning the company to accelerate platform development and marketing ahead of its upcoming AGM.

Arika Resources has successfully raised $5 million through an oversubscribed share placement to fast-track drilling and exploration at its Yundamindra and Kookynie gold projects in Western Australia.

Forbidden Foods Limited has reported a remarkable 218% increase in April invoiced sales, driven by robust ecommerce growth and the recent integration of Oat Milk Goodness. The company is on track to surpass $4 million in annual sales, signaling strong momentum in the health and wellness FMCG sector.

Ausmon Resources has initiated a focused Aircore drilling campaign across four tenements in South Australia's Limestone Coast, aiming to expand on promising rare earth element findings from prior programs.

Galan Lithium Limited has launched a $4 million Share Purchase Plan for existing shareholders following a $13 million institutional placement, aiming to bolster its capital base at a consistent share price of $0.11.

Vmoto Limited reported a 16% decline in total unit sales for 1Q25, offset by a strong cash position and strategic investments in e-mobility solutions and production capacity.

WiseTech Global has confirmed its participation in the strategic review process initiated by US-based e2open, amid media speculation of a potential acquisition. While discussions remain preliminary with no certainty of a deal, the move aligns with WiseTech’s ongoing acquisition-driven growth strategy.

BluGlass Limited has launched a $6 million Share Purchase Plan (SPP) offering new shares with attaching options to eligible shareholders, aiming to fund the scale-up of its visible laser production and support ongoing product development.