Henderson European Focus Trust gets a new Co-Fund Manager – The board of Henderson European Focus Trust (HEFT) has announced that Andrew McCarthy has been appointed co-fund manager of the company’s portfolio alongside John Bennett. Andrew has only recently joined Janus Henderson and he was recruited specifically to work alongside John on his European long-only funds and mandates. Biography Andrew […]
Jupiter UK Growth’s domestic bias holds back performance – In its annual report for the period to 30 June 2018, Jupiter UK Growth Investment Trust (JUKG), the company reported a rise in its NAV per share (total return) of 4.0%. The company’s reference index, the FTSE All Share index returned 9.0% on the same basis. Performance A number of holdings were subject […]
![Macau Property Opportunities disposal plan is on-track - Macau Property Opportunities Fund (MPO) reported on the progress of its gradual wind-up in its annual report for the period ending 30 June 2018. The chairman reported that the shareholders' decision at the recent EGM to extend the company's life until the end of 2019 placed them in a stronger position to negotiate further satisfactory disposals. This, he pointed out, enhances the potential realisation of MPO's remaining assets, supported by a continuing market recovery in Macau. In March, the company sold its retail redevelopment site, Senado Square, for HK$800 million (c.US$102 million) - a gain of 541% over its acquisition cost. The subsequent distribution to shareholders, equivalent to 50 pence per share, represented 62% of the net profit from the sale. Highlights Fund performance · the company's portfolio value appreciated 2.3% over the year to US$338.4 million. · adjusted NAV grew 4.5% year-on-year to US$260.6 million, equating to US$3.41 (258 pence[2]) per share. · the company's share price rose 24% over the year, representing a 25% discount to adjusted NAV per share. Capital management · Consolidated cash balance (including deposits with lenders) as at 30 June 2018 was US$88.2 million. · Overall gross borrowings were reduced to US$148 million and the loan-to-value ratio improved to 35%. · Approximately US$50.5 million (£38.2 million) was distributed post year-end to shareholders, by way of a compulsory redemption of shares. This represented 62% of the net profit from the divestment of Senado Square, equivalent to £0.50 per share. In the background, the portfolio remains competitive and relevant During the year, ongoing asset enhancement initiatives at the company's flagship asset, The Waterside, have seen the property achieve stable occupancy and higher rental values as it retains its position as Macau's premier residential asset. The company has also embarked on a reconfiguration programme for several large units at The Fountainside, which will cater to increasing demand for more compact homes. These initiatives demonstrate continued efforts to meet changing consumer needs in the property market. Macau's gross domestic product is expected to grow by 5.8% this year and 3.9% in 2019. In his statement, the chairman, Chris Russell noted that they are mindful of rising global risks, particularly escalating US-China trade tensions and a weakening yuan, which are threatening to endanger the recovery of Macau's crucial VIP gaming segment. The possibility of China's central government further restricting capital outflows could also be detrimental to the company's divestment strategy. MPO : Macau Property Opportunities disposal plan is on-track](https://quoteddata.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/auto-draft-40-160x105.jpg)
Macau Property Opportunities disposal plan is on-track – Macau Property Opportunities Fund (MPO) reported on the progress of its gradual wind-up in its annual report for the period ending 30 June 2018. The chairman reported that the shareholders’ decision at the recent EGM to extend the company’s life until the end of 2019 placed them in a stronger position […]
AXA Property Trust gets a reprieve – As a result of the attendance of representatives of approximately 30% of the shares of the company at an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) who didn’t want the intended wind-up of the company to go ahead, AXA Property Trust (APT) will continue to operate. The EGM was held on 7 September 2018 […]
JPMorgan Global Growth & Income releases its 12 month results – The NAV of JPMorgan Global Growth & Income (JPGI) delivered a total return of +8.2%, whereas the company’s benchmark, the MSCI AC World Index rose by 8.9% (in sterling terms). The company’s share price returned 10.5% on the same basis, which reflects a narrowing of the discount to NAV. Performance Stock selection was the biggest […]
Primary Health Properties acquires key worker accommodation – Primary Health Properties (PHP) has announced that it has acquired a modern accommodation unit for the NHS keyworkers of Wansbeck General Hospital in Ashington, Northumbria. The purchase price of the unit is £22.8 million. Maple & Elm Court is located next to the Hospital and is let to Northumbria Healthcare NHS […]
NewRiver REIT agrees to run Canterbury shopping centre – NewRiver REIT (NRR) has announced that it has signed an asset management agreement with Canterbury City Council for the asset management of Whitefriars Shopping Centre. Implementing a new strategy NewRiver announced in May 2018 that it would become more involved in the running and managing of properties. Known as […]
AEW Long Lease invests in units in Kent – AEW UK Long Lease REIT (AEWL) has announced that it has purchased two industrial buildings on the Eurolink Industrial Estate, Sittingbourne for £3.9m. The purchase reflects a net initial yield of 6.3%. AEW is targeting an annual dividend of 5.5 pence per share paid quarterly, with an ambition to grow in line […]
Riverstone Energy secures a commitment of up to C$300M – The largest holding of Riverstone Energy Limited (RSE) is Hammerhead Resources. It represents 26.9% of Riverstone’s gross assets as of 30 June 2018. Hammerhead Resources has announced that it has secured from Riverstone Holdings LLC, a preferred share equity commitment of up to 300 million Canadian dollars […]
AEW UK Long Lease REIT reports a successful first year – AEW UK Long Lease REIT (AEWL), which directly owns a diversified portfolio of commercial investment properties, predominately in the alternative property sectors, has published its annual report and financial statements for the period of 18 April 2017 to 30 June 2018. On 6 June 2017, the company’s shares began […]
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