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TESORO GOLD LTD — Net Asset Value 2006
May 11, 2006
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vanEyk Theas Pilara
TO: COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENTS OFFICE
COMPANY: AUSTRALIAN STOCK EXCHANGE LIMITED
FROM: VAN EYK THREE PILLARS LIMITED
DATE: 12 May 2006
NO. OF PAGES: 3
Notification of Net Tangible Assets
We hereby provide notification of van Eyk Three Pillars Limited's net tangible asset backing per ordinary share as at the close of the last month.
| Net Tangible Asset Backing per Ordinary Share | |
|---|---|
| Month End | April 2006 |
| Gross Tangible Asset Backing (prior to deferred tax) |
\$1.38 |
| Less Net Deferred Tax | (S0.11) |
| Net Tangible Asset Backing | \$1.27 |
*This amount is net of any current tax liabilities.
**Net tangible asset backing includes investments at current market value less associated selling costs and provision for tax at 30%.
van Eyk Three Pillars Monthly Comment-April 2006
Market
The ASX 300 Accumulation Index rose 2.6% in the month of April. Driving the move higher was strength in the materials sector (+3.8%), as the strong gains in commodity prices continued. Copper prices rose by almost 30%, nickel 26%, zinc 20% and gold 12%. Oil prices rose by 8%, taking back last months fall, and breaching US\$70 per barrel as geopolitical uncertainty in Iran increased. The AUD rose strongly to 75.95c from 71.64c, supported by the prospect of an interest rate rise and broad USD weakness.
Van Eyk Three Pillars Limited ABN: ABN 91 106 854 175


Portfolio
The sharp rises in commodity prices saw our holdings in the materials sector (BHP, RIO, SGM, PEM) post strong gains, while a solid reporting season from the major banks resulted in good performance across the board. Selected holdings (CSR, LEI) suffered from profit taking on the back of gains over the past few months, while at the time of writing, Toll Holdings' bid for Patrick Corp appeared closer to resolution.
Our nil holding of RIN, MBL and WPL has affected short term performance relative to benchmark. Quantitative factor data shows continued strength in growth and momentum factors at the expense of value factors. This trend has been in place for more than 18 months.
Positive contributors to the portfolio:
| $\bullet$ | BHP Billiton | $+0.47%$ |
|---|---|---|
| $\bullet$ Sims Group | $+0.27\%$ | |
| ● ANZ Bank | $+0.25%$ | |
| • Westpac | $+0.24\%$ |
Negative contributions:
| $\bullet$ CSR | $-0.21%$ | |
|---|---|---|
| $\bullet$ | PMP • Origin Energy • Downer EDI |
$-0.10%$ $-0.10%$ $-0.08%$ |
| 36.06% 1.88% 19.25% NTP |
1 Month | 6 Month | 12 Month | ∣ Inception * ∶ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.19% | |||||
| ASX 300 | 2.60% | 20.57% | 37.95% | 28.05% |
*Inception annualized from 28 Jan 2004
Outlook
In the next few months the market appears set for increased volatility, particularly in view of mounting inflation expectations, rising bond yields and simmering geopolitical tensions. The continued rise in the gold price is testament to the increasing uncertainties and concerns.
As the end of the financial year approaches, we expect an increase in downgrades to company earnings as a result of further margin compression due to increasing materials, energy and labour costs. High petrol prices and extreme debt levels look set to continue to pressure consumer sentiment, despite the recent round of tax cuts. On the positive side, the outlook for resources and related industries remains solid.
We retain a significant bias to the 'quality' end of the market, with modest sector biases. In line with our investment philosophy and process, the key ratios and aggregate portfolio valuation indicate favourable positioning relative to market.
Van Eyk Three Pillars Limited ABN: ABN 91 106 854 175


Aggregate Portfolio Ratios
| P/E Ratio | Price/Book | Price/Sales | ROE | Yield | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VTP | 17.3 | 2 2 ີ |
2.0 | 20.8 | 2.1 v. |
| ASX 300 | 18.4 | -4 n . |
2.0 | 14.9 | タボ ີ |
Top Ten Holdings
| Com pany | Weight |
|---|---|
| BHP Billiton | 10.2% |
| National Australia Bank | 5.8% |
| Commonwealth Bank | 5.6% |
| Rio Tinto | 5.2% |
| ANZ Bank | 4.7% |
| Westpac | 4.5% |
| QBE Insurance | 3.9% |
| Downer EDI | 3.6% |
| Sims Group | 3.2% |
| Toll Holdings | 3.2% |
| 49.9% |
P. Roberts Company Secretary
Van Eyk Three Pillars Limited ABN: ABN 91 106 854 175
