ASX:CGF 9 February 2026

Pepper Money shares surge after Challenger-led $1.16 billion takeover approach

Pepper Money received a non-binding $2.60-a-share takeover offer led by Challenger, valuing the lender at A$1.16 billion. The board granted Challenger exclusivity for due diligence. Challenger said it would cap its stake at 25% and does not plan an equity raise. Pepper Money shares surged over 33% while Challenger fell as much as 7.5%.

9 February 2026

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RPC (RES) Share Price Analysis: Is the Stock Fairly Valued After Multi-Year Gains?
March 22, 2026, 12:17 AM EDT. Shares of RPC (RES) are at $6.83, reflecting a 38.1% gain over five years but a 4% decline over three. The stock's valuation score of 1/6 suggests potential overvaluation. A Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis estimates an intrinsic value of $7.09 per share, indicating RPC trades around a 3.7% discount to this model value, suggesting fair pricing. However, its price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio stands at 48.11x, significantly above the Energy Services sector average of 27.08x, signaling elevated market expectations. Investors are reassessing energy service providers, with RPC compared to sector peers. The market price aligns closely with key valuation models but carries risks amid evolving sector dynamics.