Latest Alternative Investments News

AMP Limited has announced a $150 million on-market share buyback set to begin after its first-quarter cashflow release in April 2026, signalling a strategic focus on shareholder returns and organic growth.

WAM Alternative Assets Limited reported a robust half-year result with net profit surging 40% and declared a 3.0 cents per share interim dividend. The company expanded its private debt exposure and introduced a new treasury solution, underpinning its diversified alternative assets strategy.

Regal Partners Limited reported a near doubling of net profit after tax to $130.5 million for 2025, alongside a 16% rise in funds under management to $20.9 billion. The company declared a fully franked 15 cent dividend and announced a $75 million on-market share buy-back program.

Challenger reports a solid first half of FY26 with rising profits, strong annuity sales, and strategic partnerships, underpinning a confident outlook and a $150 million share buy-back plan.

Challenger Limited reported a solid first half of FY26 with a 2% rise in normalised net profit after tax and record annuity sales. The company also announced a $150 million on-market share buy-back, reflecting confidence in its strong capital position.

Qualitas Limited has delivered a standout first half of FY26, posting a 30% rise in normalised net profit before tax and record investment deployment, reinforcing its position in Australia’s alternative investment sector.

Assetora Limited is set to be delisted from the ASX after a two-year suspension, with the company exploring a fresh listing on the National Stock Exchange of Australia to better suit its evolving business model.

Regal Partners has launched a $75 million on-market share buy-back program, signalling strong confidence in its financial health and growth prospects. The buy-back aims to enhance shareholder value while preserving capital for strategic opportunities.

Ariana Resources has extinguished its outstanding US$782,575 loan with RiverFort by issuing over 40 million shares, leaving the company debt-free and well-capitalised with A$11 million in cash.

Assetora Limited has strengthened its financial footing by securing over $4 million in capital commitments and resolving all legacy administration matters, positioning itself for a potential ASX reinstatement.

Regal Partners Limited reported a robust 16% growth in Funds Under Management (FUM) to $20.9 billion by the end of 2025, driven by strong client inflows and solid investment returns. The company’s total FUM and commitments climbed 21% to $22 billion, reflecting broad-based demand across multiple asset strategies.

Alternative Investment Trust (ASX, AIQ) has announced a special unfranked distribution of 3.559 cents per unit, representing a full return of capital payable in February 2026.