Latest Asset Management News

MA Income Credit Trust (ASX, MA1) has launched a placement to raise nearly A$50 million, aiming to bolster its exposure to private credit through new unit issuance at a slight discount. The capital will fund investments across direct lending, asset-backed lending, and corporate lending segments.

Smartpay Holdings has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by US-based Shift4 Payments for NZ$1.20 per share, representing a significant premium and a near NZ$300 million valuation. The deal, recommended unanimously by Smartpay’s board, awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Merchant House International has completed the sale of its American Merchant Inc textile factory and related assets, securing a substantial profit and concluding its divestment strategy.

Lendlease has completed the $235 million sale of its 70% stake in Capella Capital to Sojitz Corporation, advancing its broader $2.5 billion capital recycling strategy aimed at simplifying the group and focusing on core Australian operations.

S2 Resources Limited launches a discounted Share Purchase Plan allowing eligible shareholders to invest up to $30,000, accompanied by free attaching options exercisable at $0.11. The capital raise supports exploration across key Australian projects.

Platinum Asset Management and L1 Capital have advanced their merger talks, completing due diligence and proposing a revised ownership structure favoring L1 Capital shareholders. The deal also outlines a nuanced performance fee arrangement tied to L1’s Long Short funds.

Investigator Resources has secured $4.3 million through a share placement to fund expanded drilling programs and advance its Paris Silver Project DFS in South Australia.

Clara Resources Australia Ltd is raising A$600,000 through a two-tranche placement to fund its Ashford Coking Coal Project and support general working capital. The capital injection aims to strengthen the company’s balance sheet amid challenging market conditions.

Tourism Holdings Limited has received a conditional, non-binding takeover proposal from a consortium led by BGH Capital and the Trouchet family, signaling a possible shift in ownership for the global RV rental giant.

JPMorgan Asset Management has announced the June 2025 distribution and provided detailed tax attribution estimates for its US 100Q Equity Premium Income Active ETF, highlighting key income components and withholding tax implications.

Silver Mines Limited has secured two historic Californian projects, Calico North and Kramer Hills, adding significant silver and gold exploration potential to its portfolio with minimal upfront cash outlay.

DigitalX Limited's treasury reached a record A$75.9 million in May 2025, propelled by increased Solana holdings and enhanced staking yields. The company’s innovative approach balances Bitcoin’s stability with yield-generating digital assets.