Hedge funds like what they hear at Southern Cross
Triple M and Hit radio network owner Southern Cross Media Group may soon have some hedge funds on its share register.
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Star’s uncertain future puts rival in the frame for pokies assets
Market talk about what happens to the assets of Star Entertainment if it collapses has raised the possibility its gaming machines may be sought by a rival.
More exposure to copper the prize for big miners
Moves by BHP and Rio Tinto to think about major transactions says a lot about their expectations for the country’s iron ore production.
Jarden deal-makers sharpen their focus on lifting share
This year expect more Australian corporations to reshape their portfolios and private equity to consider floats as an investment exit option, says Jarden Group.
Debt capital markets proceeds up
Debt capital markets proceeds for Australia increased more than 16 per cent in 2024 compared to the previous year as corporates became more confident that inflation was being reined in.
Jarden to lobby for joint Australia-NZ share trading index
Growing concerns about liquidity on the Australia and New Zealand stock exchanges have prompted plans to lobby governments for a combined trans-Tasman share trading index.
Citi leads as block trades rule
Block trades dominated much of the equity capital markets activity in 2024, with Citi coming out on top with its role in a deal involving Goodman.
The year’s big deals and why UBS, Goldman Sachs came out on top
Australia’s high profile dealmakers expect activity to accelerate in 2025 after an already busy year.
Australian Unity to offload property fund
Australian Unity Wealth Management appears to be getting out of commercial real estate and is now offloading its Property Income Fund to a new owner.
Charter Hall succeeds in its chase, while Bain likely to return
The last two takeover battles shaping up for the year both involve boards playing hard ball and refusing to accept the bids by suitors.
Adamantem Capital snaps up Mason Stevens for about $200m
The Sydney-based private equity firm is demonstrating it still has its chequebook out and is ready to spend.
More top Lendlease execs head for the door
Lendlease rivals are capitalising on its recent challenges by picking off its top talent.
Buyout or equity raising likely for Lifestyle Communities
The $1bn listed retirement living operator Lifestyle Communities is under watch for a buyout or an emergency equity raising.
Chairman the only bidder for Mosaic Brands
Speculation is mounting that Mosaic Brands has received just one credible bid – from its chairman, Richard Facioni.
Radiology giant’s sale pushed into next year
Despite Macquarie Asset Management interest, the sale of Australia’s biggest radiology company, I-MED, will be pushed into the new year.
Crescent Capital moves on new target after Pacific Smiles battle
Sydney-based private equity firm Crescent Capital is capitalising on consolidation opportunities amid weak economic conditions.
Tanarra ‘supporting Bain’s Insignia Financial tilt’
John Wylie’s Tanarra Capital is believed to be quietly backing Bain Capital’s bid for Insignia Financial behind the scenes.
DigiCo disappointment a dampener on Virgin Australia float plan
Virgin Australia’s private equity owner would view the much-hyped DigiCo float’s flop with some trepidation for its own plans for an IPO in 2025.
Healthscope’s future could hinge on Brookfield holding its nerve
Brookfield’s head office is understood to be increasingly of the opinion Healthscope isn’t a good investment.
Accounts show true pain for Rockpool owner
The company behind some of the nation’s most celebrated dining venues is now owned by its lender, and the newly released accounts show why it took control.
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