Euroz Hartleys hits two-year high on deal talks

Euroz Hartleys

19/08/2025 04:27

** Shares of Australia's Euroz Hartleys EZL.AX jump nearly 9% to A$0.98

** Earlier, stock rose as much as 11.7% to A$1.005, its highest level since July 26, 2023

** Diversified financial services provider clarifies it is in the early stages of discussions regarding "potential opportunities" within the Australian market

** EZL says discussions remain confidential and incomplete with no terms or valuation discussed, doesn't identify firms involved in the talks

** Clarification after a media report said Bank of Montreal BMO.TO is in talks to acquire a stake in co

** Over 350,000 shares traded vs 30-day avg of 57,503

** Stock up 35.7% YTD

 (Reporting by Anjali Singh in Bengaluru)

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