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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.

The Federal Court has approved the acquisition scheme for Insignia Financial by CC Capital Partners, setting the stage for a $4.80 per share cash payout and imminent ASX suspension.

Australian Ethical’s funds under management slid 3.7% to $13.57 billion in Q3 2026 amid market volatility, but the firm bolstered growth with a new $125 million private markets fund backed by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation and solid middle market client wins.

Vysarn Limited's joint venture with Kariyarra Aboriginal Corporation has been shortlisted by Water Corporation to submit a formal proposal for supplying bulk water to Port Hedland, progressing key regulatory approvals for the Kariyarra Water Scheme.

Pointerra has landed a three-year, A$0.4 million deal with Western Power to roll out its Pointerra3D digital twin platform across transmission substations in Western Australia, marking a significant foothold in the domestic energy utility sector.

Insignia Financial shareholders met on 13 April 2026 and overwhelmingly backed a $4.80 per share acquisition scheme by CC Capital, valuing the company at about $3.3 billion and offering a near 57% premium to pre-offer prices.

GQG Partners reported a decline in funds under management to USD 162.5 billion at the end of March 2026, driven by significant net outflows partially offset by strong investment returns amid market volatility.

The GPT Group delivered solid financial and operational results for 2025, growing assets under management to nearly $40 billion and advancing strategic partnerships across retail, logistics, and office sectors.

Magellan Financial Group's assets under management fell to A$37.5 billion as of 31 March 2026, reflecting net outflows and market impacts across retail and institutional funds.

MLG Oz Ltd has announced three new and extended contracts with major mining companies, collectively expected to generate around $20 million in annual revenue. These include a five-year extension at Gruyere, a multi-site mobile crushing contract with Northern Star, and a civil construction project with Endurance Mining.

Microequities Asset Management Group reports a significant decline in Funds Under Management due to global market volatility but maintains strong profitability and liquidity.

Navigator Global Investments has acquired a 4.5% stake in Canadian AI-focused growth equity firm Georgian through a USD 100 million investment, enhancing its exposure to AI-driven private markets.