Latest Fixed Income News

Sandon Capital is seeking noteholder approval to amend its 4.8% unsecured notes, offering an 8.5% fixed interest extension and monthly payments, alongside a $10 million conditional note placement.

New Hope Corporation lifted quarterly coal production and sales, cut sustaining capital guidance, and issued $300 million in convertible notes to extend debt maturity to 2032.

QBE Insurance Group kicked off 2026 with robust premium growth and solid underwriting, maintaining its full-year guidance amid geopolitical uncertainty and evolving risks.

NEXTDC has closed a A$1.7 billion subordinated hybrid securities offer fully backed by La Caisse, enhancing its liquidity to an estimated A$8.4 billion by June 30, 2026.

Kina Securities has successfully closed an oversubscribed PGK 235 million subordinated bond, set to list on the PNGX Debt Market on 6 May 2026, offering a fixed 7.55% coupon over ten years.

VanEck Investments Limited has released a comprehensive replacement Product Disclosure Statement for seven Australian bond ETFs, updating key details on investment strategies, risks, fees, and regulatory frameworks.

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.

Stonepeak-Plus Infra Debt Limited is raising $50-100 million through a new tranche of its INFRA1 Notes, offering a floating rate of BBSW plus 3.25%. The unsecured notes mature in 2032, aiming to broaden investor base and portfolio diversification amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

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.

Magellan Financial Group Ltd (ASX:MFG) has moved closer to fully acquiring Barrenjoey Capital Partners, proposing to increase its ownership to 100% through a share issuance. The transaction, valued at approximately A$1.6 billion, has received positive market response and awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals.

Global X Management (AUS) Limited has announced the final distribution amounts for 11 ETFs listed on the ASX AQUA Market for the quarter ending 31 March 2026, detailing franking percentages and dividend reinvestment prices.

WAM Income Maximiser Limited has announced increased fully franked monthly dividends for Q2 2026, reflecting robust portfolio performance since its April 2025 IPO. The diversified investment strategy combining Australian equities and investment grade corporate debt has outperformed its benchmark by 6%, delivering both income growth and reduced volatility.