James Hardie tipped to raise funds for acquisition
Macquarie Group is thought to be working on two equity raisings to be announced this week, one of which could involve building products giant James Hardie and its acquisition strategy.
Bridget Carter
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Third buyer in race for Waste Services Group
A private equity fund believed to be Asia-based is understood to be in the final stages of the $1bn competition for Waste Services Group.
Cuscal locks in funds for its $336.8m IPO
Cuscal will be the largest IPO of the year when it lists later this month with a $479m market value.
GrainCorp signals intention to pursue growth acquisitions
The country’s largest grain handler, GrainCorp, has once again flagged that acquisitions are on its agenda while delivering its full-year result on Thursday.
Xero’s rapid growth not necessarily a negative for rival MYOB
While Xero’s major lift in Australian customers could spell bad news for the Kohlberg Kravis Roberts-owned rival MYOB, analysts believe that this is not necessarily the case.
Major investor exits from takeover target Pacific Smiles
Some investors are opting take profits in the dental care chain that has been subject to a year-long takeover battle.
Suitors exit I-MED contest
Private equity firm Permira could be assessing its next move for I-MED, with talk that buyers have cooled on the opportunity.
EQT’s Metlifecare drawing interest from at least one buyer
At least one buyer is circling the EQT-owned New Zealand retirement villages operator, Metlifecare.
KKR in talks to offload laser clinics operator
Private equity giant Kohlberg Kravis Roberts is understood to have entered talks with possible suitors for Laser Clinics Australia, targeting a deal worth more than $1bn.
AMP may seek deal with Insignia once business has settled
AMP is keen to buy wealth management rival Insignia Financial when it is in a position to conduct mergers and acquisitions.
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