Latest Funding And Investment News

Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund has released its inaugural annual report, revealing a strong start with $41.9 million profit before tax and distributions of 8.21 cents per unit following a $302.8 million IPO. The Fund’s diversified commercial real estate portfolio spans senior loans, mezzanine debt, and equity investments across Australia and New Zealand.

Metrics Master Income Trust (MXT) reported a solid FY2025 with $2.44 billion in assets under management following a $315 million capital raise, while delivering an annual net return of 8.17%, outperforming its benchmark.

Metrics Income Opportunities Trust reported a 6.6% increase in profit for FY25, achieving an 8.8% net return and maintaining strong portfolio diversification in private credit assets.

KKR Credit Income Fund reported a slight dip in net assets for FY2025 but upheld its monthly distributions and reinstated its distribution reinvestment plan, navigating currency headwinds with active hedging.

Perpetual Credit Income Trust reported a 20.7% increase in net assets to $532.8 million for FY25, while posting a modest profit decline amid challenging market conditions. The Trust’s $93 million capital raise and diversified credit portfolio underpin its strategy for stable income and growth.

Morphic Ethical Equities Fund Limited reported a strong turnaround in FY2025 with a $5.44 million net profit and portfolio returns surpassing its benchmark, while continuing aggressive share buybacks despite withholding dividends.

London City Equities reported a $11.3 million capital gain primarily from trimming its Fiducian Group stake, reversing prior losses to post a $500,000 profit and declaring a 2.5 cent fully franked dividend including a special payout.

Cadence Opportunities Fund Limited reported a 36% drop in profit after tax for FY2025 but maintained its fully franked final dividend at 7.0 cents per share, signaling confidence despite softer earnings.

Magellan Asset Management is set to overhaul its High Conviction Trust Active ETF by adopting the Global Opportunities Strategy, cutting fees and appointing a new portfolio manager.

Arena REIT reported a robust FY25 with net profit up 42% to $81.5 million, driven by rental growth and property revaluations, while raising FY26 distribution guidance by 5.5%. The Group also announced a CEO succession plan amid sustained portfolio expansion and strong capital management.

AGP Investment Management launches a secondary unit issue for the WCM Quality Global Growth Fund, offering investors a 1.25% loyalty bonus for holding units for 12 months. The fund also updates its distribution policy to target a 5% annual cash yield with quarterly payments.

Celsius Resources reports steady progress on the MCB Copper-Gold Project feasibility and engineering design, while engaging multiple parties in financing discussions including a new memorandum of understanding with Kiri Industries.