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Pengana International Equities (ASX:PIA) unveils a comprehensive capital management plan offering shareholders an equal-access off-market buy-back at after-tax NTA, a fully franked special dividend, and appoints Antipodes Global Investment Management to steer its portfolio.

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.

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.

Perpetual Limited weathered a turbulent March quarter with a 3.6% drop in assets under management to A$219.2 billion amid currency pressures and outflows, while advancing the sale of its Wealth Management business to Bain Capital.

Challenger Limited reported a 19% jump in Life sales to $1.7 billion in Q3 FY26, driven by strong annuity demand and offshore growth. Despite a 10% dip in Funds Management FUM amid market volatility, the company advanced key retirement partnerships and tightened its FY26 EPS guidance.

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.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the final distribution amounts for February 2026 across a broad range of its ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA market, alongside details on the Distribution Reinvestment Plan.

Magellan Financial Group reported a 27% drop in statutory net profit but maintained stable operating profit and increased earnings per share by 5%, supported by ongoing share buybacks. The company declared a fully franked interim dividend up 50%, reflecting confidence despite investment performance challenges.

Morphic Ethical Equities Fund Limited reported a half-year profit after tax of $1.26 million for December 2025, declaring a fully franked 1 cent dividend and continuing its share buy-back program.

Microequities Asset Management Group Limited has reported a robust half-year performance with a 41% jump in profit after tax and record funds under management reaching $657 million. The company also announced a 21% increase in its fully franked interim dividend.

GQG Partners delivered solid full-year 2025 results, with funds under management climbing 7.1% to US$163.9 billion and net income increasing 7.3% to US$463.3 million, despite net outflows. The firm maintained a strong dividend payout, reflecting confidence in its sustainable growth strategy.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the final distribution amounts for November 2025 across 17 ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA market, detailing payment schedules and reinvestment options.