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Franklin Templeton Australia has launched the Franklin Global Growth Fund – Class A, an actively managed ETF listed on the ASX aiming to outperform the MSCI World ex Australia Index with a strong ESG commitment and a 0.90% management fee.

Lion Selection Group Limited reported a robust $39.2 million net profit for the year ended July 2025, driven by strong mark-to-market gains and strategic investments in Australian mining companies. The company’s portfolio value nearly doubled, reflecting timely market moves and a focus on precious and base metals.

The Russell Investments Australian Responsible Investment ETF (RARI) posted a solid 18.77% total return for the year ending June 2025, slightly trailing its benchmark index. This update highlights the fund's steady performance amid evolving market conditions.

Delorean Corporation reported a strategic shift in FY25, transitioning from third-party bioenergy construction to owning and operating renewable gas infrastructure, resulting in a $4.1 million loss but positioning the company for future multi-revenue growth.

BlackRock is reshaping its iShares Future Tech Innovators ETF by narrowing its focus to the 30 largest Nasdaq 100 companies and cutting management fees nearly in half, effective October 15, 2025.

Australian Ethical Investment Limited has delivered a standout FY25 with record funds under management and significant profit growth, setting the stage for its next growth phase.

Australian Ethical Investment Limited reported a robust 68% rise in net profit after tax and a 34% increase in funds under management for FY25, driven by strong organic growth and the Altius acquisition. The company declared a fully franked final dividend of 9 cents per share, underscoring confidence in its growth trajectory.

Metrics Real Estate Multi-Strategy Fund has released its inaugural annual report, revealing a strong start with $41.9 million profit before tax and distributions of 8.21 cents per unit following a $302.8 million IPO. The Fund’s diversified commercial real estate portfolio spans senior loans, mezzanine debt, and equity investments across Australia and New Zealand.

Morphic Ethical Equities Fund Limited reported a strong turnaround in FY2025 with a $5.44 million net profit and portfolio returns surpassing its benchmark, while continuing aggressive share buybacks despite withholding dividends.

Qualitas Limited reported a robust 36% increase in normalised net profit before tax for FY25, driven by strong fee growth and principal income, while guiding for further growth in FY26. The company’s expanding private credit focus and ESG initiatives position it well amid evolving market conditions.

Qualitas Limited has reported a robust FY25 with net profit after tax rising 28% to $33.4 million and funds under management growing to $9.5 billion. The company also declared a fully franked final dividend of 7.5 cents per share.

NAOS Emerging Opportunities Company Limited (ASX, NCC) has reported a significant profit turnaround for FY25, alongside a fully franked dividend declaration and strategic portfolio developments.