Latest Investment Performance News

The Alternative Investment Trust (AIQ) posted a 2.0% diluted NTA return in 2025, weighed down by an 8% appreciation of the Australian dollar against its largely USD-denominated portfolio. The trust bolstered its capital base with a A$34.5 million rights issue and increased exposure to the WSS Master Fund.

Kingfish Limited posted a $13.6 million net loss for the year ended 31 March 2026, with portfolio returns lagging the benchmark amid geopolitical tensions and AI sector uncertainty.

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.

WAM Income Maximiser has raised its fully franked monthly dividends for Q3 2026, riding on an investment portfolio that has outperformed benchmarks by 8% annually since inception with notably lower volatility.

Templeton Emerging Markets Investment Trust (TEMIT) posted a robust 41.3% net asset value total return for FY2026, outpacing its benchmark and narrowing its share price discount, while maintaining dividends and expanding share buybacks.

Whitefield Income Limited is raising up to A$108 million through a 2 for 5 entitlement offer priced at A$1.22 per share, aiming to boost its net asset value and expand its investor base.

L1 Long Short Fund Limited (ASX:LSF) has declared a fully franked 3.7 cent dividend, continuing a trend of rising payouts amid a standout 44.7% net return over the past year, significantly outperforming the ASX200AI benchmark.

WCM Global Growth Limited has raised its fully franked quarterly dividend to 2.21 cents per share for Q3 FY2026, signaling a progressive dividend policy with planned increases through to March 2027, backed by strong long-term portfolio performance.

GQG Partners reported a modest rise in funds under management to USD 166.9 billion at the end of April 2026, driven by strong investment returns that offset ongoing net client withdrawals. The firm also declared a quarterly dividend consistent with its recent payout policy.

The Smart US 500 ETF reported a near-billion-dollar fund size with a 5-year average annual return of 14.14% after fees and tax, maintaining a high-risk profile and low management fees of 0.34%.

Omni Bridgeway reports strong investment activity and a robust pipeline for Q3 2026, maintaining solid returns and cost discipline amid global market volatility.

Regal Partners Limited’s funds under management fell 3% to $20.2 billion in the March quarter, pressured by investment losses amid geopolitical turmoil, even as net inflows remained positive for the tenth consecutive quarter.