Latest Foreign Investment News

The Foreign Investment Review Board has formally objected to Cosette Pharmaceuticals’ proposed acquisition of Mayne Pharma, casting serious doubt on the deal’s future and prompting Mayne to explore alternative paths.

Northern Minerals has applied to defer its 2025 AGM as it awaits regulatory review over potential foreign investment breaches, underscoring heightened scrutiny on shareholder compliance.

Mayne Pharma’s acquisition by Cosette Pharmaceuticals faces a brief delay as FIRB extends its approval deadline, prompting a reschedule of the critical court hearing to November 23.

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.

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.

Mayne Pharma updates investors on the extended FIRB approval deadline and potential financing hurdles in its proposed acquisition by Cosette Pharmaceuticals.

Infomedia Ltd shareholders have overwhelmingly approved a scheme of arrangement for acquisition by TPG Capital, valuing the company at approximately AUD 651 million. The deal, supported by the board and an independent expert, is set to complete by early December 2025.

RPMGlobal shareholders are set to vote on Caterpillar’s $5.00 per share acquisition proposal following Federal Court approval to convene a Scheme Meeting. The Independent Expert deems the offer fair and reasonable, with the RPM Board unanimously backing the deal.

Equity Trustees Limited announces an off-market buy-back offer for MA Credit Income Trust units, allowing eligible unitholders to sell up to 5% of total units at net asset value as of 31 December 2025.

Infomedia Limited has secured Foreign Investment Review Board approval for its proposed acquisition by TPG Capital-backed McQueen BidCo, marking a key regulatory milestone. The Infomedia Board continues to recommend shareholder support ahead of upcoming votes.

Suzerain Investment Holdings Ltd has initiated an off-market takeover offer for all remaining shares in Entertainment Rewards Ltd at a significant premium, aiming to consolidate full ownership and potentially delist the company from the ASX.

The Foreign Investment Review Board has extended its deadline for approving Mayne Pharma's acquisition by Cosette Pharmaceuticals, maintaining the current transaction timetable for now.