Latest Investment Management News

Argo Investments Limited has confirmed a fully franked dividend of AUD 0.185 per share for the half-year ending December 2025, alongside updated details on its Dividend Reinvestment Plan and Bonus Security Plan pricing.

Clime Investment Management has entered a strategic partnership to combine its advice business with a leading Australian financial advice group, retaining a significant equity stake and vendor financing role.

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.

Pengana International Equities has dismissed an unauthorized announcement about management changes and outlined plans for a shareholder buy-back and potential special dividend amid its strategic review.

Magellan Financial Group has successfully raised $130 million through an institutional placement to support its strategic merger with Barrenjoey Capital Partners, with a $20 million share purchase plan also announced for existing shareholders.

MFF Capital Investments reported a strong half-year net profit of $209.7 million and declared a fully franked interim dividend of 10 cents per share, signaling confidence despite global economic headwinds. The company’s portfolio remains liquid and focused on high-quality holdings as it navigates geopolitical and technological challenges.

Magellan Financial Group has announced a landmark merger with Barrenjoey Capital Partners, creating a diversified financial powerhouse valued at over A$1.6 billion. The deal includes a significant share placement and board reshuffle, setting the stage for expanded market influence.

Excelsior Capital Limited reported a $2.08 million loss for the half-year ending December 2025 as it moves to wind up operations, yet declared a substantial fully franked interim dividend.

Fat Prophets Global Contrarian Fund Ltd reported a dramatic turnaround with a $9.3 million profit for the half-year ended December 2025, up from just $14,000 a year earlier, alongside a declared interim dividend.

Thorney Opportunities Ltd has returned to profitability with a $6.55 million net profit for the half-year ending December 2025, declaring a fully franked interim dividend and continuing its share buy-back program.

Clime Investment Management reports a strong half-year operating profit surge and proposes a fully franked interim dividend, while streamlining its business to target sophisticated investors.

WAM Alternative Assets Limited reported a robust half-year result with net profit surging 40% and declared a 3.0 cents per share interim dividend. The company expanded its private debt exposure and introduced a new treasury solution, underpinning its diversified alternative assets strategy.