Latest Fixed Income Funds News

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) has announced estimated cash distributions for 16 Australian iShares ETFs, with payments scheduled for mid-July 2026. Investors must be registered by 2 July and ensure bank details and tax certifications are up to date.

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.

Macquarie Group has reported a solid third quarter for FY26, with significant profit gains in asset management and capital divisions, alongside steady growth in banking services. The group maintains a strong capital buffer, positioning itself well despite a cautious economic outlook.

Australian Ethical reported a slight 1% decline in funds under management to $14.08 billion for December 2025, balancing positive retail flows against institutional mandate losses and market headwinds.

State Street Global Advisors has announced estimated distributions for its suite of SPDR ETFs for the period ending December 31, 2025, providing investors with key income expectations across Australian and international equities as well as fixed income funds.

Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund – Class A, an actively managed fixed income fund now available on the ASX. The fund aims to deliver returns exceeding the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index with a medium risk profile and transparent fee structure.

Vanguard Investments Australia has announced estimated distribution amounts for 20 of its ETFs, with payments scheduled for mid-October 2025. Investors can expect detailed income figures across Australian and international equity and fixed income funds.

Australian Ethical Investment Limited has delivered a standout FY25 with record funds under management and significant profit growth, setting the stage for its next growth phase.

Income Asset Management has sold its term deposit broking business to Perpetual Corporate Trust, streamlining operations and securing significant cost savings while ensuring client continuity.

Australian Ethical Investment Ltd has reported a record $13.94 billion in funds under management, driven by robust net inflows and disciplined ethical investing amid economic challenges.

Franklin Templeton Australia Limited has announced a final distribution of 0.1513 cents per unit for its Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund, with key dates set for early February 2025.