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Mergers and Acquisitions

02 October 2025 • By Laura Dew • 1 min read

Asset manager misses out on Platinum LIC bid

Wilson Asset Management has lost the bid to take over running the Platinum Capital (PMC) listed investment company, with shareholders opting for L1 ...

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Gaming ETFs surge as EA bought in $55bn deal

Australian investors have poured money into gaming-themed ETFs as Electronic Arts’ takeover underscores the industry’s growing appeal

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Platinum shareholders approve L1 Capital merger

Shareholders at Platinum Asset Management have voted in favour of the proposed merger with L1 Capital, which will result in the combined entity ...

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Iress in acquisition talks as core earnings rise

Iress has confirmed early discussions for an acquisition with Blackstone and Thoma Bravo. Meanwhile, the company has reported higher earnings from its ...

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Aware Super and TelstraSuper explore merger through MOU signing

The two funds have announced the signing of a non-binding MOU to explore a potential merger. The proposed merger would create a combined ...

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KKR acquires agri infrastructure business from $190bn super fund

KKR and Aware Super have confirmed that KKR-managed funds will acquire ProTen, one of Australia’s largest agricultural infrastructure businesses, from ...

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Perennial Partners takes stake in responsible manager

Perennial Partners has acquired a majority stake in Melior Investment Management, which will see it take over management of the Melior Australian ...

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Macquarie acquires stakes in 3 UK airports

Macquarie has secured ownership in key UK airports, backing long-term growth, connectivity, and sustainability across Bristol, Birmingham, and London

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Platinum merger candidate opposes LIC conversion

L1 Capital, which is bidding to merge with Platinum Asset Management, has indicated it will be voting against a Platinum deal to convert two LICs into ...

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AUSIEX completes FIIG acquisition

The fixed income trading business has now become a wholly owned subsidiary of AUSIEX. The Australian Investment Exchange Limited (AUSIEX) has ...

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