Latest Portfolio Strategy News

Lendlease is in advanced talks to form a 50/50 joint venture with Crown Estate, aiming to accelerate capital release and enhance development delivery across its UK portfolio.

National Australia Bank has announced a fully franked ordinary dividend of AUD 0.85 per share for the half-year ending March 2025, alongside Dividend Reinvestment and Bonus Security Plans offering shareholders multiple currency payment options.

Duxton Water Limited reported its strongest quarterly performance since inception, with NAV per share rising 17 cents to $1.71, driven by a $121.3 million sale of water entitlements to the Australian Government and strategic portfolio moves.

G8 Education reported a robust 2024 financial and operational performance at its 2025 AGM, highlighting strategic progress and cautious optimism for 2025 despite early occupancy headwinds.

VanEck Investments Limited has released its indicative dividends calendar for 2025, outlining expected dividend timings for over 50 exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This comprehensive schedule offers investors clarity on dividend announcements, ex-dates, and payment dates across a diverse range of funds.

HealthCo Healthcare and Wellness REIT reported a sharp increase in half-year losses to $15.4 million, alongside a portfolio reduction and steady funds from operations, highlighting a complex transition phase.

WAM Leaders Limited has announced a 4.7 cents per share fully franked interim dividend, reflecting a 7.4% annualised yield, supported by a 185% jump in operating profit. The company’s disciplined sector positioning and robust portfolio performance underpin continued dividend growth since inception.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT reported solid 1H FY25 results with stable FFO and DPU per unit, underpinned by a $4.8 billion portfolio and a robust development pipeline targeting strong returns.

Ryder Capital Limited has reported a striking 312% increase in total comprehensive income for the half-year ended December 31, 2024, alongside a 12.5% hike in its fully franked interim dividend, underscoring robust portfolio performance amid market uncertainties.

Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund has updated its dividend announcement, confirming an ordinary distribution of AUD 0.0096 per unit for the month ending January 31, 2025, payable on February 10.

KKR Credit Income Fund has announced an actual distribution of AUD 0.0167 per ordinary unit, comprised entirely of a return of capital with no foreign income or franking. This update finalises the distribution details following a prior estimate.

Bayan Mining and Minerals has secured exploration rights over a 13,406-hectare gold-rich area in southern Brazil, positioning itself near significant gold anomalies and withdrawing from its Canadian lithium option to focus on high-potential assets.