Latest Perpetual News

Perpetual Diversified Income Fund lifted operating profit 38% to $169.9 million and grew net assets to $3.255 billion in the year to 30 June 2026. The fund also launched its Class E Active ETF, ASX:DIFF, while KPMG issued an unqualified audit opinion.

Perpetual Limited has updated its dividend announcement to confirm that the default payment method is cash rather than reinvestment, with a 63-cent unfranked dividend for the period ending June 2026.

Ceretas Limited posted a $1.63 million net loss for FY26 on $1.28 million revenue from government grants, advancing its clinical-stage Alzheimer’s ultrasound platform. The company completed an $8 million IPO in July to fund pivotal trials and device development.

Perpetual Resources has digitised and reviewed 42 historical drill holes from its Nevada Scheelite tungsten project, identifying 22 with significant tungsten grades, underpinning plans for modern validation and 3D geological modelling.

Kyron Capital Group (ASX: KYN) reported a $51.9 million net loss for FY26, completing a $125 million recapitalisation to stabilise its balance sheet and reduce gearing. The Group's assets under management shrank to $1.8 billion following strategic divestments and mandate exits.

Argent BioPharma has secured a key FDA regulatory milestone with the establishment of an Investigational New Animal Drug (INAD) file for its CannEpil veterinary program, targeting cancer-related pain in companion animals.

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.

Perpetual Equity Investment Company (ASX: PIC) posted a 44.4% drop in net profit to $12.1 million for FY26, yet held its fully franked dividend steady at 8.0 cents per share and announced a shift to monthly dividend payments starting December 2026.

WAM Strategic Value delivered a solid 9.5% portfolio return for FY2026, outpacing the ASX All Ordinaries by 3.8%, while declaring a fully franked dividend of 6.5 cents per share. New capital gains tax rules are reshaping investor appetite, boosting demand for listed investment companies like WAM.

Perpetual Equity Investment Company Limited (ASX: PIC) will move from paying dividends semi-annually to monthly starting December 2026, aiming to offer shareholders a steadier income stream without altering its investment strategy.

HSBC Bank Australia is selling its AUD36 billion home and personal loan portfolio to Blackstone affiliates, marking a significant step in winding down its Australian retail banking operations. The deal awaits regulatory approvals and is expected to close in early 2027.

HSBC Bank Australia has agreed to sell its AUD36 billion home and personal loan book to Blackstone-managed funds, marking a significant retreat from retail banking. The deal awaits regulatory approvals and is expected to close in H1 2027.