Latest Funds Management News

Benz Mining Corp. has raised A$75 million through a bought deal placement, significantly strengthening its cash reserves to nearly A$94 million. This capital injection will accelerate exploration and resource development at its Glenburgh and Mt Egerton Gold Projects in Western Australia.

Australian Critical Minerals has raised $3 million through a heavily oversubscribed placement to fund maiden drilling at its promising Flint Gold-Silver Project in Peru.

Lefroy Exploration Limited reported a net cash outflow in operating and investing activities for Q4 2025, balanced by financing inflows, leaving it with $1.85 million in cash and a funding runway of just over two quarters.

Powerhouse Ventures reports its inaugural operating cash flow positive quarter alongside strong fund performance and strategic fund launches, signalling a turning point for the investment house.

Future Metals NL has outlined strategic initiatives to enhance its flagship Panton PGM Project, leveraging rising platinum group metal prices and new processing opportunities. Key work programs and management appointments position the company for accelerated development in 2026.

CD Private Equity Fund II announces a $0.38 per unit distribution reflecting recent portfolio realisations, delivering nearly double the initial investment in returns since inception.

InvestSMART Group Limited reported a 2.2% increase in Funds Under Management to $750 million as of December 2025, supported by growth in Professionally Managed Accounts and rising subscription income. The company also extended its Employee and Director Share Plan loans and executed an on-market share buyback.

N1 Holdings Limited has reported a strong December quarter with rising revenue, net profit, and cash receipts, underpinned by SME lending growth and funding efficiency improvements. The company also navigates increased regulatory scrutiny with a firm commitment to conservative lending.

4DMedical Limited has raised AU$150 million to accelerate the commercial rollout of its FDA-cleared CT, VQ lung imaging technology in the US, leveraging a strategic partnership with Philips. This funding aims to expand adoption across major medical centres and government healthcare programs.

BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited has announced the Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) prices for several Australian-domiciled iShares ETFs for the December 2025 distribution period, providing key details for investors opting into reinvestment.

Findi Limited’s Indian arm has locked in a A$72 million strategic investment from Nova Global, setting the stage for rapid growth in ATM deployments and digital payments. Alongside this, the company has refreshed its board with seasoned financial services experts to steer its next phase.

Regal Partners anticipates a strong 2025 with normalised NPAT reaching $145 million, propelled by a significant jump in performance fees and funds under management climbing to $20.8 billion.