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Stonepeak-Plus Infra Debt Limited has successfully raised A$100 million through a wholesale placement of new INFRA1 Notes, extending its infrastructure debt investment capacity. The new notes will trade on the ASX from late May, reinforcing the company's ongoing capital raising momentum.

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.

L1 Group has raised $950 million in the IPO of its L1 Gold Fund Limited, set to begin trading on the ASX on 24 April 2026. The fund targets gold and precious metals investments with significant founder and company backing.

Stonepeak-Plus Infra Debt Limited is raising $50-100 million through a new tranche of its INFRA1 Notes, offering a floating rate of BBSW plus 3.25%. The unsecured notes mature in 2032, aiming to broaden investor base and portfolio diversification amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

Navigator Global Investments (ASX: NGI) reported a 9% jump in ownership-adjusted assets under management to USD31.6 billion for Q3 FY26, driven by strong inflows, strategic acquisitions, and solid hedge fund performance amid market volatility.

Channel Infrastructure has locked in a government contract for 93 million litres of additional diesel storage at Marsden Point, adding about $8 million revenue in 2026 and reinforcing its role in New Zealand’s fuel security.

Eden Innovations has unveiled EdenShield®, a new division focused on commercialising advanced carbon nanotube-enhanced materials and dual-fuel systems for defence and critical infrastructure, aiming to tap into a rapidly expanding global aerospace and defence market.

Alcoa Corporation reported a sharp rise in first quarter 2026 net income to $425 million, driven by higher aluminium prices and a completed smelter restart, even as alumina production and shipments declined due to seasonal and external disruptions.

ECP Emerging Growth Limited’s portfolio plunged 19.4% in the March quarter, dragging its net tangible asset value down by nearly 30%, as growth stocks stumbled amid geopolitical tensions and rising rates. The fund added furniture retailer Koala Company and sees value in its resilient holdings despite the rough patch.

AMP Limited's first quarter of 2026 saw Platforms net cashflows jump 45% to $1.1 billion, alongside improved outflows in Superannuation & Investments and a $150 million share buyback commencement. The bank's GO deposits also surged, signaling momentum despite market headwinds.

Netwealth delivered a resilient March quarter with $4 billion in net inflows, pushing total funds under administration to $125.8 billion despite a 3.7% market dip. Growth in Managed Accounts and new intermediary relationships underpin ongoing momentum.

Evolution Mining (ASX: EVN) ended March 2026 with a net cash position of $42 million and a $1.37 billion cash balance, driven by strong cash flow from high-margin operations and on-track production.