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VanEck’s 13 ASX-listed ETFs produced sharply divergent FY2026 results, led by a $1.002 billion profit for Global Infrastructure and a $321.5 million gain for Gold Miners. Video Gaming and Esports moved the other way, reporting a $21.5 million loss, while International Wide Moat was subsequently overhauled and renamed.

Pengana Capital Group has successfully closed the $267 million initial public offering for its AI Private Opportunities Trust, marking a significant expansion in its fund management portfolio. The new trust is set to begin trading on the ASX on 2 July 2026.

Bankers Investment Trust reported a 3.7% NAV total return for the half-year to April 2026, outpacing the FTSE World Index, while declaring a 3.1% dividend increase. Fund manager Alex Crooke announced retirement, with Richard Clode set to take the helm.

Godolphin Resources is spinning out its Narraburra Rare Earths Project into a new ASX-listed entity, Matrix Critical Minerals, with MST Financial appointed to spearhead the IPO expected in the second half of 2026.

Sandon Capital Investments reported a robust 17.1% total shareholder return for the half-year ending December 2025, underpinned by rising dividends and a narrowing discount to net tangible assets. The shift to monthly fully franked dividends signals a strategic focus on steady income for investors.

Betashares Capital Ltd has announced the final distribution amounts for over 60 of its ETFs for the December 2025 period, alongside details on the Distribution Reinvestment Plan and key payment dates.

PM Capital Global Opportunities Fund Limited reported a robust 33.98% rise in profit after tax to $168.2 million for FY25, alongside a raised fully franked final dividend of 6.0 cents per share. The fund’s portfolio outperformed key benchmarks, reflecting strategic positioning amid structural global economic changes.