Latest Active Management News

Magellan Asset Management has launched the Magellan Infrastructure Fund (Currency Hedged), an actively managed ETF trading on the ASX under ticker MICH, targeting global listed infrastructure with currency hedging and ESG integration.

Magellan Investment Partners has launched the Magellan Global Equities Fund (Currency Hedged), an actively managed ETF listed on the ASX under ticker MHG, targeting a 9% annual return with integrated ESG considerations.

Magellan Investment Partners has launched the Magellan Global Fund - Open Class Units (MGOC), an actively managed global equity ETF aiming for 9% annual returns net of fees, integrating ESG principles and offering flexible trading options.

Magellan Investment Partners has launched the Airlie Australian Share Fund - Active ETF (AASF), offering investors a concentrated, actively managed portfolio of Australian equities with integrated ESG considerations. The fund combines liquidity via direct applications and Securities Exchange trading, targeting long-term capital growth and income.

Acusensus Limited has announced a $30 million equity placement to bolster its balance sheet, alongside winning a landmark $34 million contract in Connecticut, marking a significant step in its US expansion. The company also reported multiple contract expansions in Australia and a new debt facility to support its growth ambitions.

Fidante Partners has issued a replacement Product Disclosure Statement for the Alphinity Global Sustainable Equity Fund - Active ETF, refining ESG disclosures and noting a rise in transaction costs. The Fund’s core investment approach and fees remain steady.

L1 Global Long Short Fund Limited (ASX – GLS) has opened a pro-rata non-renounceable entitlement offer to raise up to A$415 million, marking a pivotal step in its transition to L1 Capital’s Global Long Short Strategy. The offer includes a Top-Up Facility and a subsequent institutional placement to meet strong investor demand.

Savana Asset Management marks the first anniversary of its Savana US Small Caps Active ETF (ASX, SVNP), reporting a strong 13.62% annualised return that outpaced its benchmark despite a volatile US market. The firm also reveals insights from a novel AI stress test highlighting current limitations of large language models in investment decision-making.

Centuria Industrial REIT has announced a quarterly distribution of 4.2 cents per unit for December 2025, maintaining its steady income stream despite suspending its Distribution Reinvestment Plan.

Premier Investments Limited has announced an on-market share buy-back program valued up to $100 million AUD, set to commence in late December 2025 and run through 2026.

Beetaloo Energy has secured crucial Federal Ministerial approval to sell appraisal gas from its EP187 exploration project, moving closer to final Northern Territory Government endorsement.

L1 Global Long Short Fund Limited is raising up to AUD 415 million through a pro-rata entitlement offer to support its transition to L1 Capital's Global Long Short Strategy, following a management change and portfolio overhaul.