Latest Asset Management News

Kincora Copper has accelerated exploration across its Australian and Mongolian assets, leveraging new AI and quantum technology partnerships alongside partner-funded drilling, while reporting a modest net income and a strong cash position in Q1 2026.

5E Advanced Materials secures a decade-long boric acid offtake agreement and advances boron product development, while reporting a $12.1 million quarterly loss and planning ASX delisting.

GQG Partners reported a modest rise in funds under management to USD 166.9 billion at the end of April 2026, driven by strong investment returns that offset ongoing net client withdrawals. The firm also declared a quarterly dividend consistent with its recent payout policy.

Navigator Global Investments (ASX: NGI) has kicked off a fully underwritten entitlement offer to raise A$145 million, supporting its US$195 million acquisition of a portfolio of alternative asset manager stakes from Stable Asset Management.

Macquarie Group (ASX: MQG) reported a 30% jump in FY2026 net profit to A$4.85 billion, driven by growth across all divisions and bolstered by strategic investments in AI and sustainability. The board declared a total dividend of A$7 per share and maintained a strong capital position amid ongoing regulatory remediation.

Perpetual Limited is sharpening its focus on asset management and corporate trust following the binding agreement to sell its Wealth Management arm to Bain Capital for $500 million upfront, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet and simplify operations.

Regal Partners showcased its diversified $21 billion funds under management and ongoing growth momentum at the Macquarie Australia Conference, emphasising strong inflows, product innovation, and offshore expansion.

Magellan Asset Management is shifting its flagship MGOC ETF to a new systematic equity strategy managed by Vinva Investment Management, slashing fees and eliminating performance charges.

Magellan Financial Group is handing over management of its $5.3 billion global equities funds to Vinva, adopting a new systematic strategy and slashing fees to boost client value.

Pinnacle Investment Management is boosting its stake in Metrics Credit Holdings back to 35%, investing around A$100.5 million. Simultaneously, Korea’s National Pension Service, via Townsend, is increasing its holding to nearly 10%, pending regulatory approval.

Navigator Global Investments (ASX: NGI) is acquiring a US$195 million portfolio of Net Revenue Share interests from Stable Asset Management, broadening its alternative asset manager ecosystem and raising A$145 million via a fully underwritten entitlement offer.

ColCap Financial Limited (ASX:TT6) reported a 16% rise in net profit to $72.2 million for FY2025, driven by a 15% expansion in its loan portfolio to $19.3 billion and a series of record Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities issuances.