Latest Fund Management News

The Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (ASX: QRI) has raised its March 2026 distribution yield to 7.25% annualised, reflecting a completed investment loan on assets needing repositioning amid ongoing high interest rates.

Elanor Investors Group posted a half-year loss for HY26, with funds under management halving due to asset divestments and the Challenger mandate unwind. The group is advancing a $125 million recapitalisation to stabilise its balance sheet and reduce borrowing costs.

Australian Unity Investment Real Estate Limited has entered a conditional contract to sell 150 Charlotte Street, Brisbane for $40 million, seeking renewed unitholder approval ahead of the fund’s planned delisting and wind-up.

The Savana US Small Caps Active ETF (ASX:SVNP) posted a 1.28% gain in March 2026, outperforming the S&P 600 benchmark by 1.46%, supported by USD/AUD currency appreciation despite a modest portfolio decline amid geopolitical tensions.

Microequities Asset Management Group reports a significant decline in Funds Under Management due to global market volatility but maintains strong profitability and liquidity.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) issue prices for 30 of its ETFs for the March 2026 distribution period, with elections due by 7 April and unit issuance scheduled for 20 April.

Centuria Office REIT has successfully refinanced $1 billion of debt, reducing margins by around 30 basis points and extending debt maturity to 4.3 years, with no expiries until FY29. This move signals strong lender confidence amid a volatile interest rate environment.

Fiducian Investment Management Services Limited has reached a heads of agreement with ASIC to resolve civil proceedings over misleading disclosures in its Diversified Social Aspirations Fund. The settlement includes a $7.3 million penalty and legal costs, pending court approval.

Omni Bridgeway Limited has released a comprehensive analyst data pack showcasing its robust 40-year track record, diversified global portfolio, and strategic growth plans in the legal finance sector.

Kina Securities Limited has launched its inaugural unsecured subordinated bond issue worth PGK 235 million, offering a fixed 7.55% coupon over 10 years, marking a significant step in Papua New Guinea's capital markets.

Elanor Investors Group reported a $57 million statutory loss for FY25 but is progressing a $125 million recapitalisation with Rockworth Capital Partners to stabilise its balance sheet amid ongoing financial challenges.

Dexus Convenience Retail REIT has extended its on-market securities buy-back program for another year, aiming to repurchase up to 2.5% of its securities to enhance shareholder value amid current trading conditions.