Investing in small-cap and micro-cap Australian listed equities via a high conviction portfolio
- Offers investors exposure to micro and small cap companies, which are often less well known and researched compared to larger caps
- Utilises BAEP’s research budget, proven research capabilities, and extensive network of industry contacts
- Leverages the team’s historical success investing in emerging companies, including access to pre-IPO opportunities
- Managed in accordance with BAEP’s robust, disciplined and proven investment philosophy and process
| APIR code | BFL3779AU |
| Benchmark | Official RBA Cash Rate +5% |
| Portfolio manager | Mark East |
| Recommended investment period | Long term (minimum seven years) |
| Fees and charges | Management fees and costs: 1.25% p.a. (including GST net of reduced input tax credits) of the Net Asset Value of the Fund Performance fee: 20% of any amount by which the Fund's return is more than 5% greater than the return generated by the official RBA Cash Rate Management fees and costs consist of the annual management fee rate and capped recoverable expenses. For a detailed split of all fees and costs, refer to the PDS. |
| Investment amount | Initial investment minimum: $10,000 Minimum additional investment amount: $1,000 Withdrawal minimum: $5,000 Subject to the Responsible Entity's absolute discretion. |
| Inception date | 31 October 2017 |
| Fund | Benchmark* | Value add | |
| 1 Month | -6.79% | 0.69% | -7.48% |
| 3 Months | -5.02% | 2.11% | -7.13% |
| 6 Months | 6.91% | 4.35% | 2.57% |
| CYTD | 18.13% | 8.29% | 9.85% |
| 1 Year | 16.88% | 9.13% | 7.75% |
| 3 Years p.a. | 23.25% | 9.21% | 14.04% |
| 5 Years p.a. | 14.29% | 7.75% | 6.54% |
| Since Inception p.a.** | 19.53% | 7.16% | 12.36% |
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*Performance figures are net of fees and expenses. Past fund performance is not indicative of future performance.
| Application | 2.9047 |
| Redemption | 2.8903 |
| Effective date | 18/12/2025 |
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All unit prices are in AUD. This information is issued by Bennelong Funds Management Limited (ABN 39 111 214 085, AFSL 296806) (BFML) in relation to the Bennelong Emerging Companies Fund. The information provided is general information only. It does not constitute financial, tax or legal advice or an offer or solicitation to subscribe for units in any fund of which BFML is the Trustee or Responsible Entity (Bennelong Fund). This information has been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on the information or deciding whether to acquire or hold a product, you should consider the appropriateness of the information based on your own objectives, financial situation or needs or consult a professional adviser. You should also consider the relevant Information Memorandum (IM) and or Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) which is available on the BFML website, bennfundsmanagement.com.au, or by phoning 1800 895 388. BFML may receive management and or performance fees from the Bennelong Funds, details of which are also set out in the current IM and or PDS. BFML and the Bennelong Funds, their affiliates and associates accept no liability for any inaccurate, incomplete or omitted information of any kind or any losses caused by using this information. All investments carry risks. There can be no assurance that any Bennelong Fund will achieve its targeted rate of return and no guarantee against loss resulting from an investment in any Bennelong Fund. Past fund performance is not indicative of future performance. Bennelong Australian Equities Partners (ABN 69 131 665 122) is a Corporate Authorised Representative of Bennelong Funds Management Limited (BFML), ABN 39 111 214 085, Australian Financial Services Licence No. 296806.
| 30 June 2025 distribution CPU (cents) | 29.5106 |
| CUM distribution exit price ($AUD) | 3.2634 |
| Ex distribution exit price ($AUD) | 2.9691 |
| Ex distribution NAV price used for reinvestment ($AUD) | 2.9765 |
| CUM prices available | 2/01/2026 |
| CPU distribution rate available | 5/01/2026 |
| Ex prices available | 5/01/2026 |
| Payment of cash distribution | 8/01/2026 |
| Distribution statements sent to unitholders | 8/01/2026 |
| Transaction statements sent to unitholders | 12/01/2026 |
Below is the consolidated distribution analysis for all Bennelong funds.