Latest Responsible Investment News

Russell Investments Australian Responsible Investment ETF (ASX:RAR) reported a $304,000 loss for the year ended 30 June 2026, reversing a $69.892 million profit a year earlier. The fund still delivered a reported total return of 0.05% and lifted distributions to 168.11 cents per unit.

Nanuk New World Fund delivered a robust 27.1% return for unhedged units and 36.1% for hedged units in FY2026, with net assets surpassing AUD 1.07 billion amid sustained investor demand.

HMC Capital reported a statutory loss of $111.6 million for FY26 amid significant fair value losses, yet delivered operating earnings close to guidance and maintained its dividend. The group’s strategic partnerships and capital recycling position it for a 16% rise in underlying earnings in FY27.

Australian Ethical Investment Ltd posted record FY26 results with a 29% rise in net profit after tax and funds under management reaching $14.5 billion, driven by strong superannuation inflows and growth in private markets.

L1 Group Limited delivered a standout FY26 with statutory profit up 79% and underlying net profit nearly doubling, driven by merger synergies and strong fund performance.

Russell Investment Management has announced a substantial final distribution for the Australian Responsible Investment ETF (ASX: RARI), delivering 115.0944 cents per unit with a notable franking component. Key dates for investors to note include the ex-distribution on June 30 and payment on July 15.

Booster Innovation Fund reported a $1.593 million profit for the year ended March 2026, supported by increased net assets. However, valuation risks persist due to early-stage investments and recent capital raises at lower prices.

Centaurus Metals has secured a binding offtake deal with Glencore and attracted up to US$320 million in financing offers for its Jaguar Nickel Project, while advancing exploration and pilot testing at its Brazilian copper-gold and iron ore assets.

EAU Lithium, backed by Cosmos Exploration, has formalised a negotiation framework with Bolivia’s state lithium company YLB to explore industrial-scale lithium extraction using Vulcan Energy’s innovative technology.

HealthCo Healthcare & Wellness REIT reported resilient 1H FY26 results despite suspending distributions amid ongoing Healthscope challenges, underpinned by a diversified $1.4 billion healthcare real estate portfolio and strategic lease agreements.

Arena REIT has reported a robust HY2026 financial performance, with net operating profit rising 9% and statutory net profit surging 202%. The REIT’s active portfolio management and development pipeline underpin its confidence in sustained growth.

HomeCo Daily Needs REIT delivered consistent earnings growth in 1H FY26, underpinned by strong operational execution and disciplined capital management. The REIT reaffirmed its FY26 guidance while progressing a substantial development pipeline valued at over $650 million.