Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Australian Absolute Return Bond Fund – Class A, an actively managed fixed income fund now available on the ASX. The fund aims to deliver returns exceeding the Bloomberg AusBond Bank Bill Index with a medium risk profile and transparent fee structure.
James Hardie Industries has successfully syndicated $3.5 billion in new credit facilities, providing robust financial backing for its planned merger with The AZEK Company Inc. This move significantly reduces prior bridge loan commitments and enhances the company’s financial flexibility.