David Gibson

Market caution despite float fever

With so much interest in the booming resources sector it is easy to understand the raft of junior explorers keen to etch their name on the Australian Stock Exchange board.

Alliances gather steam in industry

A shortage of suitable exploration land and expertise have meant mineral explorers and producers alike have had to find ways around obstacles to project development.

Report finds rise in SME confidence

Small business confidence in Western Australia has rallied after a slump last quarter, according to the August 2005 Sensis Business Index

Antares, Joyce announce major asset sales

Local companies Antares Energy and Joyce Corporation have announced sales of major assets

History a valuable lesson for miners

Explorers are increasingly turning to historical exploration data to save themselves from rising costs as they try to capitalise on the resources boom.

Top miners’ value up 47pc

The value of Western Australia's top 100 listed mining stocks, measured by the Deloitte WA Mining Index, has increased 47 per cent during the past 12 months.

Indonesia on reform path

Indonesia has turned the bend of Paul Keating's legendary 'J curve' and is improving its attractiveness as a trade destination on the back of recent reforms, according to the regional director of the Western Australia Trade and Investment Office in Indone

Green light for $180m Badgingarra wind farm

The $180 million Emu Downs Wind Farm at Badgingarra has received the go ahead following final board approvals from the project partners to commence construction.

iiNet pushes buttons at big Telcos

As the creator of Australia's third largest Internet service provider, iiNet's Michael Malone has evolved from a hands-on technology operator. David Gibson and Mark Beyer report.

Further rationalisation likely for small ISPs

More than a decade ago, Western Australia had the highest number of Internet service providers (ISPs) in the country.

Technology to blur the lines

The Internet services marketplace is tipped for a significant shakeup this year as boundaries that divide traditionally separate sectors disappear.

Malaysian deals filter through for Winchester

Oil filter manufacturer Winchester Global is scouting for further international opportunities after director Colin Rynbeck secured a number of orders from Malaysia during a recent visit.

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Corporate Finance

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Mergers and Aquisitions

Mergers & Acquisitions

Who are the leading hands in the West Australian M&A marketplace

Exporters

LabelValue
Rio Tinto$26.13bn
BHP Billiton Iron Ore$20.48bn
North West Shelf Venture$14.92bn
Gold Corporation$6.82bn
Fortescue Metals Group$6.68bn
Others$22.08bn
FMG
CF 2011
CF Q3 FY12

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