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Pengana International Equities (ASX: PIA) posted a sharp 82% plunge in net profit for FY26, triggering a strategic board reshuffle and a capital management package including a special dividend and buy-back proposal.

State Street’s suite of six SPDR International Equity ETFs reported solid net asset growth and consistent benchmark tracking for the year ended 30 June 2026, with comprehensive risk management and an unqualified audit from Ernst & Young.

Perpetual Limited will book a non-cash A$63.5 million impairment on goodwill tied to Thompson, Siegel & Walmsley’s International Equity strategy after a major client announced plans to redeem US$4.6 billion in Q2 FY27.

GQG Partners Inc. posted a modest decline in half-year revenue and profit, managing $156 billion in assets with ongoing net outflows offset by investment gains. The company declared a quarterly dividend reflecting 90% of distributable earnings.

Australian United Investment Company (ASX:AUI) reported a $220.4 million profit after tax for FY2026, driven by a $159.9 million gain from its merger with Diversified United Investment (DUI). The merger expanded AUI's portfolio to $3.1 billion and added international equities exposure.

Pengana International Equities (ASX: PIA) confirms it will proceed with an off-market equal access buy-back following shareholder approval, setting a record date of 7 August 2026. The buy-back faces legal challenges from Pengana Capital Limited but remains on track unless a court intervenes.

WAM Strategic Value delivered a 9.5% investment portfolio gain in FY2026, beating the ASX All Ordinaries by 3.8%, alongside an 8.3% increase in its fully franked dividend to 6.5 cents per share.

International Equities Corporation Ltd (ASX:IEQ) posted a modest profit for the June 2026 quarter, reversing prior losses amid a challenging economic backdrop that forced the company to exit its hotel and tourism activities.

Vanguard Investments Australia has released estimated distribution amounts for 34 ETFs, covering a broad spectrum of asset classes, with payments scheduled for mid-July 2026.

Vanguard Investments Australia has announced estimated distributions for 34 of its ETFs, with payments scheduled for mid-July 2026. The payouts vary significantly across funds, reflecting diverse asset exposures and income profiles.

Pengana International Equities (ASX: PIA) has announced a one-off fully franked special dividend of 12.5 cents per share, payable in August 2026, as part of a broader capital management plan that includes a proposed off-market buy-back.

GQG Partners saw its total funds under management decline to USD 163.3 billion at the end of May 2026, dragged down by net client withdrawals and negative investment returns across core strategies.