Latest Investment Trusts News

Naos Small Cap Opportunities Company has kicked off an on-market buy-back program set to repurchase up to 10% of its issued shares over the next year, signalling a notable capital management move.

Charter Hall Social Infrastructure REIT (ASX: CQE) has announced a 4.30 cents per unit interim distribution for Q1 2026, accompanied by an 8.5762 cents per unit fund payment under the AMIT regime. The payment date is set for 21 April 2026, with detailed withholding tax components primarily affecting non-resident investors.

Henderson Far East Income Limited posted a robust 23.3% net asset value total return for the half-year ending February 2026, supported by strong Asian tech and financial sector gains. The trust declared a 6.25p interim dividend and raised £39.1 million through new share issuance, securing a spot in the FTSE 250.

Whitefield Income Limited has declared fully franked monthly dividends of 0.583 cents per share for April through June 2026, delivering an annualised yield of 8.3% based on the March 31 share price. The company continues its approach of combining steady monthly payments with potential half yearly top-ups.

US Masters Residential Property Fund (ASX:URF) has announced an on-market buy-back program for up to 68.8 million fully paid stapled securities, representing approximately 10% of its units on issue. The buy-back will run from April 7, 2026, to April 6, 2027, and will be conducted through Taylor Collison Limited.

Healthscope has paid all rent due through April 2026 for hospitals owned by HealthCo Healthcare & Wellness REIT, while alternative operators submit plans to take over hospital operations.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the final distribution amounts for March 2026 across multiple ETFs on the ASX AQUA market, alongside details on the active Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP). Investors can expect payments in April with reinvestment prices to be revealed shortly.

Centuria Office REIT has successfully refinanced $1 billion of debt, reducing margins by around 30 basis points and extending debt maturity to 4.3 years, with no expiries until FY29. This move signals strong lender confidence amid a volatile interest rate environment.

Region Group has extended its on-market securities buy-back program by 12 months, aiming to optimise its portfolio while maintaining capital for growth opportunities.

Qualitas Real Estate Income Fund (QRI) is set to initiate an on-market buy-back of up to 10% of its units starting April 2026, aiming to address perceived undervaluation and align with sector peers.

National Storage REIT has dispatched the crucial Scheme Booklet to securityholders detailing the all-cash acquisition offer by a Brookfield and GIC consortium, setting the stage for the upcoming vote on 15 April 2026.

Sandon Capital Investments announces monthly fully franked dividends of 0.47 cents per share for April through June 2026, maintaining an attractive annualised yield of 7.1%. The company’s strong profit reserves and franking credits underpin dividend sustainability for nearly four years at current rates.