Latest MAGELLAN FINANCIAL (ASX:MFG) News

Magellan Financial Group has successfully completed its $20 million Share Purchase Plan, attracting applications worth over $129 million and prompting a pro-rata scale-back for larger investors.

One stock nearly doubled, another jumped more than 40%, and a finance heavyweight stayed elevated after a merger shock. In resources, the winners were mostly tied to “what was bought” or “what was funded”, while the laggards were often the ones where early optimism quickly turned into selling.

A dividend shock, a mega-merger and a fresh equity raise dominated ASX finance names this week. Magellan surged on its Barrenjoey plan, while Excelsior plunged despite confirming a large special payout.

Magellan Financial Group has applied for quotation of over 15 million new shares following a recent transaction, alongside announcing a $20 million Share Purchase Plan targeting further capital raising.

Magellan Financial Group has successfully raised $130 million through an institutional placement to support its strategic merger with Barrenjoey Capital Partners, with a $20 million share purchase plan also announced for existing shareholders.

Magellan Financial Group has announced a landmark merger with Barrenjoey Capital Partners, creating a diversified financial powerhouse valued at over A$1.6 billion. The deal includes a significant share placement and board reshuffle, setting the stage for expanded market influence.

Big gains hit wealth platforms while Zip swung the other way as early optimism didn’t stick. Dividends and buy-backs kept coming, but investors still punished stocks where the next step looks unclear.

Magellan Financial Group has reported a 5% rise in operating earnings per share and a striking 50% increase in its fully franked interim dividend, underpinned by strong contributions from strategic partnerships and disciplined capital management.

Magellan Financial Group reported a 27% drop in statutory net profit but maintained stable operating profit and increased earnings per share by 5%, supported by ongoing share buybacks. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend up 50%, reflecting confidence despite investment performance challenges.

Magellan Financial Group reported a modest rise in assets under management to A$40.2 billion as of 30 September 2025, reflecting shifts in retail and institutional investor activity.

Magellan Financial Group has updated its dividend announcement, correcting the fully franked total dividend to 46.9 cents per share, significantly higher than initially stated. This adjustment reflects a robust payout comprising final, performance fee, and special dividends.

Magellan Financial Group reported a solid FY25 with an 8.2% rise in assets under management and a notable surge in strategic partnership income, offsetting a dip in investment management revenue.