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Global X Australian Bank Credit ETF more than doubled its net assets to $184 million in the year to 30 June 2026, while profit rose to $6.9 million. The audited report also shows a larger exposure to BBB-rated debt and a sharp increase in distributions payable.

Betashares’ 13 ASX-listed ETFs closed the 2026 financial year with sharply divergent results, from a $146.5 million profit at the Resources Sector ETF to a $139.7 million loss at Sustainability Leaders. Asset growth was substantial across several funds, while HBRD changed its name and mandate and the new High Yield ETF reached $95.2 million in net assets.

La Trobe Financial’s residential mortgage-backed securities program expanded to $20.1 billion of issuance across 23 transactions, while cumulative losses remained at 0.03% of original issuance. The audited FY2026 report also records a further $1.25 billion transaction completed after year-end and highlights the continuing wind-up of older trusts.

La Trobe Financial’s 12 audited residential mortgage-backed securities trusts reported cumulative losses of just 0.03% of original issuance volume, while the broader group’s assets under management climbed to $24.9 billion. A new $1.25 billion transaction completed after year-end extended the platform’s funding momentum, although one called trust remains in wind-up limbo.

La Trobe Financial’s securitisation platform reached $20.1 billion in cumulative RMBS issuance, while reported losses remained at just 0.03% of original issuance volume. The FY2026 report also records a $1.25 billion transaction completed after year end and continued expansion across newer mortgage pools.

La Trobe Financial’s audited FY2026 report points to continued expansion in its residential mortgage-backed securities program, with $20.1 billion issued across 23 transactions and cumulative losses of 0.03% of original issuance. The report also flags growing loan pools, fresh liquidity usage and a $1.25 billion transaction completed after year end.

Pengana Global Private Credit Trust (ASX: PCX) reported a solid FY26 with an 8.8% cash distribution yield and stable credit quality despite fair value pressures from widening credit spreads.

KKR Credit Income Fund has released the audited financial statements for its core investments as of December 31, 2025, revealing mixed returns and ongoing portfolio adjustments across multiple funds.

MA Credit Income Trust (ASX:MA1) posted a robust 8.56% net return for FY2026, surpassing its target, alongside a fully subscribed $190.5 million capital raise and strategic buy-back initiatives.

Associate Global Partners (ASX:APL) reported a 20% rise in funds under management to $1.672 billion for FY2026, driven by strong inflows and new partnerships with Muzinich and ARK Invest.

Klevo Rewards has completed the acquisition of Just Ask Solar, gaining an Australian Credit Licence to support its digital financial services platform and explore credit products, including crypto-linked offerings.

KKR Credit Income Fund (ASX:KKC) has confirmed its distribution guidance for FY2027, maintaining a monthly payout of 1.67 cents per unit and an annualised yield above 8%.