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The L1 Global Long Short Fund (ASX:GLS) faced a challenging March quarter amid the Iran War-driven oil supply shock but maintains strong performance since inception through active portfolio adjustments and thematic focus on copper, gold, and infrastructure.

Pinnacle Investment Management has cleared critical regulatory hurdles from the FCA and DFSA to acquire the remaining 79.2% of Pacific Asset Management, with completion slated for 24 April 2026.

ECP Emerging Growth Limited’s portfolio plunged 19.4% in the March quarter, dragging its net tangible asset value down by nearly 30%, as growth stocks stumbled amid geopolitical tensions and rising rates. The fund added furniture retailer Koala Company and sees value in its resilient holdings despite the rough patch.

Red Sky Energy has locked in a binding agreement with Santos to drill the Willowie appraisal well in South Australia’s Innamincka Dome, aiming to build on recent production gains and accelerate cashflow.

Freelancer Limited has delivered a landmark FY25 with record profitability, a major NASA contract win, and significant AI-driven growth across its marketplaces and payment services.

Native Mineral Resources (ASX:NMR) has resumed mining at Blackjack South, with ore now feeding the processing plant and Podosky mining poised to start late April. Far Fanning drilling is underway, aiming for a 2027 production ramp-up.

Synlait Milk Limited confirms extended product release times and supply chain disruptions following The a2 Milk Company's update on its China infant formula business. The company maintains no FY26 guidance amid persistent industry risks.

DGL Group Limited (ASX: DGL) posted a statutory net loss of $12.8 million for the half year ended December 2025, impacted by non-cash write downs and operational costs, while progressing strategic initiatives including warehouse expansion and a new liquid waste treatment plant.

Argent Minerals (ASX: ARD) has announced Managing Director Pedro Kastellorizos will step down in mid-June, with a leadership transition underway. The company remains focused on advancing its Kempfield Silver Project and exploration activities.

The Savana US Small Caps Active ETF (ASX:SVNP) posted a 1.28% gain in March 2026, outperforming the S&P 600 benchmark by 1.46%, supported by USD/AUD currency appreciation despite a modest portfolio decline amid geopolitical tensions.

ARC Funds Limited (ASX: ARC) has entered a conditional agreement to acquire a 25% minority equity interest in Ausbiz Group Pty Ltd by issuing over 8 million shares to Ausbiz shareholders, subject to customary conditions including shareholder approval.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has announced increased fully franked monthly dividends for Q2 2026, reflecting robust portfolio performance since its April 2025 IPO. The diversified investment strategy combining Australian equities and investment grade corporate debt has outperformed its benchmark by 6%, delivering both income growth and reduced volatility.