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Fat Prophets Global Contrarian Fund will pay an unfranked final dividend of 3 cents per share after what it describes as strong investment performance. Shareholders can reinvest through the fund’s DRP at a 2.5% discount to the relevant ASX trading average.

La Trobe Private Credit Fund has confirmed a monthly cash distribution of 1.27 cents per unit, with payment due on 14 September. Unitholders can instead reinvest through a full DRP at an ex-distribution NTA price of $1.96 per unit.

Kyron Capital Group (ASX: KYN) reported a $51.9 million net loss for FY26, completing a $125 million recapitalisation to stabilise its balance sheet and reduce gearing. The Group's assets under management shrank to $1.8 billion following strategic divestments and mandate exits.

Pengana Capital Group reported a statutory loss of $5.6 million for FY26 despite a 14% rise in funds under management, driven by upfront costs linked to new product launches and expanding private credit platforms.

Pengana Capital Group has successfully closed the $267 million initial public offering for its AI Private Opportunities Trust, marking a significant expansion in its fund management portfolio. The new trust is set to begin trading on the ASX on 2 July 2026.

Challenger Limited is merging its Fidante funds management business with Channel Capital, creating Channel Group with $150 billion in assets. Challenger will hold a 45% stake and expects a $100 million pre-tax gain in FY27.

Butn Limited has unveiled the Moneybox Retail Credit Fund, marking its strategic entry into retail private credit investing with a digital platform targeting SME loans.

Elanor Investors Group has finalised a $125 million recapitalisation that slashes its cost of capital and reduces debt, setting the stage for a leaner, capital-light funds management model and imminent ASX reinstatement.

Elanor Investors Group appoints David McNamara as CEO, signaling a leadership shift following a balance sheet recapitalisation and strategic reset. The Board also sees key transitions with Tony Fehon moving to a non-executive role and Su Kiat Lim stepping down.

Aland Equity Group (ASX: AEG) reveals advanced talks on a property funds management transaction linked to its chairman, explaining recent unusual share price activity.

Elanor Investors Group posted a half-year loss for HY26, with funds under management halving due to asset divestments and the Challenger mandate unwind. The group is advancing a $125 million recapitalisation to stabilise its balance sheet and reduce borrowing costs.

Elanor Investors Group has completed documentation for a $125 million balance sheet recapitalisation with Rockworth Capital Partners, preparing to release HY26 financial results and advance leadership renewal and rebranding initiatives.