Latest Fixed Income Markets News

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings has completed a $0.98 million placement and is proposing attaching options to raise additional funds, pending shareholder approval.

Gryphon Capital Income Trust (ASX:GCI) has announced a $90.9 million wholesale placement of new units priced at $2.00 each, aiming to bolster its portfolio management capabilities. The placement leverages existing capacity, avoiding the need for unitholder approval.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings (ABE) has successfully completed live testing in the Reserve Bank of Australia's CBDC pilot, expanded its product offerings, and reported improved cash flow in Q2 FY26.

Income Asset Management has secured a $2 million unsecured debt facility at 15% interest to strengthen liquidity during the quieter Christmas period while awaiting insurance claim outcomes related to a recent fraud event.

Bank of Queensland Limited has announced a fully franked quarterly distribution of AUD 1.2412 per Capital Note 3 security, payable in March 2026. The distribution reflects a 4.9784% annualised rate based on the BBSW plus a margin.

Dexus has priced a A$500 million subordinated notes issue, enhancing its financial flexibility and extending its debt maturity profile. The move reflects strong investor demand and strategic capital management.

VanEck Investments Limited has released an updated Product Disclosure Statement for seven Australian dollar-denominated bond ETFs listed on the ASX, detailing investment strategies, risks, and fees.

VanEck Investments Limited has released a comprehensive Product Disclosure Statement for seven Australian bond ETFs, detailing investment strategies, risks, fees, and operational frameworks under ASX AQUA Rules.

Income Asset Management has appointed Danielle Press as Chair and elevated CEO Jon Lechte to Managing Director, marking a significant leadership transition following the retirement of long-serving Executive Chair John Nantes.

Macquarie Group Limited has announced a quarterly distribution of AUD 1.5799 per security on its perpetual capital notes, reflecting a steady income stream with partial franking. The payment is scheduled for December 12, 2025.

Australian Bond Exchange Holdings (ASX – ABE) unveiled new AUD-denominated market-linked securities and progressed its AI-driven credit analysis tool, while reporting a $0.7 million quarterly cash outflow and plans for capital raising.

Ampol Limited has priced A$500 million of subordinated notes due 2055, refinancing existing debt and enhancing financial flexibility. The long-term capital raise attracted strong demand from regional fixed income investors.