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ARGO GLOBAL LISTED INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED — Net Asset Value 2023
Sep 11, 2023
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Net Asset Value
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NTA & Investment Update
August 2023
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Net tangible asset (NTA) backing per share
| Net tangible asset (NTA) backing per share | ||
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| 31 August^ | 31 July | |
| NTA per share1 | $2.30 | $2.40 |
| NTA per share after unrealised tax provision2 | $2.29 | $2.37 |
^ These figures are after provision for the final dividend of 4.5 cents per share.
Market commentary
Global infrastructure stocks were again out of favour with investors in August, declining -1.6% (in A$ terms) to lag broader global and domestic equities. Against a backdrop of rising interest rates and generally negative economic data, all infrastructure subsectors declined for the month.
Electric and water utilities were the worst performing subsectors – both fell -6.0%. Meanwhile, Midstream Energy stocks were relative outperformers (-0.2%) with their share prices proving more resilient due to their generally solid earnings, improved business models and strong balance sheets.
On 28 August, Argo Infrastructure reported full year profit of $9.6 million and a fully franked final dividend of 4.5 cents per share to bring full year dividends to 8.5 cents per share – a record high for the Company. If you would like to read the full announcement, click here or visit argoinfrastructure.com.au.
Portfolio
| Portfolio | ||||
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| Performance | 1 year | 3 years (p.a.) | 5 years (p.a.) | Since inception4 (p.a.) |
| Portfolio1 | -0.4% +9.5% +7.8% +7.8% |
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| Benchmark2 -1.5% +9.0% +6.5% +7.1% |
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| S&P/ASX 2003 +9.6% +10.7% +7.0% +7.6% |
1 Before fees 2 FTSE Global Core Infrastructure 50/50 Index (in A$) 3 Accumulation Index 4 July 2015
Geographic diversification*
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Sector diversification*
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1 After all costs, including any tax payable.
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2 As required under the ASX Listing Rules, theoretical NTA per share after providing for estimated tax on unrealised gains/losses in the portfolio. That is, after tax that may arise if the entire portfolio was sold.
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As a percentage of investment portfolio.
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^ Many of the largest infrastructure companies are listed in the US, although their operations and earnings are often global.
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About us
At a glance
| ASX code | ALI |
|---|---|
| Listed | 2015 |
| Manager | Argo Investments |
| Portfolio Manager | Cohen & Steers |
| Market cap. | $386m |
| Shareholders | 9,300 |
| Hedging | Unhedged |
| Management fee | 1.2% |
| Performance fee | Nil |
| Dividend yield^ | 3.9% |
^ Historical yield of 5.6% (including franking) based on dividends paid/declared over the last 12 months.
Company overview
Provides exposure to a diverse portfolio of global infrastructure stocks. The portfolio is actively managed by Cohen & Steers (NYSE: CNS), a leading specialist global real assets fund manager managing funds of over A$110 billion for institutional clients and sovereign wealth funds from offices worldwide.
How to invest
We are listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) under the ASX code ‘ALI’. To become a shareholder, buy shares through your stockbroker, online broker, financial adviser or platform.
Share registry enquiries BoardRoom Pty Limited
1300 389 922 investorserve.com.au [email protected]
Shareholder benefits
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Global diversification
Exposure across various geographies and both emerging and developed economies
Specialist global fund manager Access to a world-leading, specialist infrastructure fund manager
Access infrastructure opportunities
New opportunities offshore through government privatisations
Proven investment approach
Experienced investment team with a long and successful track record
Enhance risk-adjusted returns
Less volatile than broader equities providing some relative downside protection
Simple global investing
Exposure to a large and complex asset class through one simple ASX trade
This report has been prepared as general information only and is not intended to provide financial advice or take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider, with a financial adviser, whether the information is suitable for your circumstances before making any investment decisions. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. This announcement is authorised by Tim Binks, Company Secretary. Argo Global Listed Infrastructure Limited ACN 604 986 914
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