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Navigator Global Investments delivered record financial results in FY25, driven by strong revenue growth and strategic expansion, while suspending dividends to fuel future growth. Key leadership changes mark a new chapter for the alternative asset manager.

Navigator Global Investments (NGI) reveals a robust business model focused on minority stakes in alternative asset managers, supported by strategic partnerships and a diversified portfolio. The company targets doubling its EBITDA by 2030 amid strong industry tailwinds.

Macquarie Group Limited reported a 3% increase in net profit to A$1.655 billion for the half year ended 30 September 2025, driven by robust performances in its asset management and capital segments. The Group’s diversified funding and strong capital position underpin its strategic growth and climate finance initiatives.

Pinnacle Investment Management has secured a strategic foothold in Japan’s private markets by acquiring up to 13% of Advantage Partners, complementing its strong FY25 growth and global expansion ambitions.

Navigator Global Investments reports a 3% rise in total assets under management to USD 87 billion, driven by strong growth in Lighthouse Partners and private markets despite a challenging investment landscape.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks have finalized their share schemes, exchanging existing shares for Topco shares and marking Brickworks’ imminent ASX delisting.

The Supreme Court of New South Wales has approved the merger scheme between Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks, paving the way for a new ASX-listed entity, Topco. Shareholders will soon exchange their Soul Patts shares for Topco shares as trading transitions next week.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson shareholders convened to approve a transformative merger with Brickworks, aiming to simplify structure and boost portfolio diversification under a new entity, Topco.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks Limited have scheduled key shareholder meetings and court hearings to advance their proposed merger, aiming to create a newly capitalised ASX-listed entity.

Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Brickworks Limited are advancing their proposed merger with key shareholder meetings and Supreme Court hearings scheduled in September 2025.

Pengana Private Equity Trust reported a robust FY25 with a 7.6% NAV increase and a strong net profit of $50 million, underpinned by a diversified global private equity portfolio and a strategic buyback program.

WAM Alternative Assets Limited has announced a 15.4% increase in its fully franked final dividend, reflecting robust portfolio gains and a confident outlook under Wilson Asset Management's stewardship.