Latest Artificial Intelligence Impact News

Australian Foundation Investment Company (ASX:AFI) reported a $293.5 million profit for FY26, holding dividends steady despite portfolio returns lagging the market. Leadership transitioned as Alison Gibson took the helm following Mark Freeman’s retirement.

Barramundi Limited’s portfolio took a heavy hit in Q1 2026, with a 15.4% adjusted NAV decline amid AI disruption anxieties and geopolitical tensions. The fund responded by trimming tech holdings and adding miners BHP and Rio Tinto, betting on copper demand and scale advantages.

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT has reported a strong inaugural year, exceeding EBITDA guidance and accelerating capacity expansions in Australia and the US, positioning itself to capitalise on surging AI-driven data centre demand.