Loomis Sayles Global Equity Fund Active ETF Announces Final Distribution of 23.0344 Cents Per Unit for Fiscal Year Ending 30 June 2026

Final Distribution of 23.0344 Cents Per Unit Confirmed for Full Year Ending June 2026

The Loomis Sayles Global Equity Fund – Active ETF has confirmed a final distribution payment of 23.0344 cents per unit for the twelve-month period ending 30 June 2026. This amount represents the total annual distribution declared for the financial year and will be paid to all unitholders on record as of 2 July 2026.

This distribution rate was disclosed in a company update lodged with the ASX on 2 July 2026 and authorised by Zac Azzi, Company Secretary of Investors Mutual Limited, acting as the responsible entity. The announcement did not include comparative distribution data from previous periods; investors interested in year-on-year trends should refer to earlier fund communications or visit the fund’s website at www.loomissayles.com.au.

Important Distribution Dates: Ex-Date, Record Date, and Payment on 21 July 2026

The distribution follows a clear timetable to provide unitholders with certainty regarding key dates. The ex-distribution date was 1 July 2026, meaning units purchased on or after this date are not eligible for the distribution. The record date, when eligible unitholders are determined, was 2 July 2026, coinciding with the date of the company update.

Payments will be made on 21 July 2026, allowing Investors Mutual Limited approximately three weeks from the record date to process and distribute payments. This confirmed payment date offers investors clarity for managing cash flow. The announcement did not specify the total dollar value of the distribution pool.

Distribution Reinvestment Plan Available with Election Deadline of 3 July 2026

The Loomis Sayles Global Equity Fund – Active ETF confirmed that its Distribution Reinvestment Plan (DRP) will be active for this final distribution. Eligible unitholders may elect to reinvest their cash distributions into additional LSGE units instead of receiving cash. The deadline to submit DRP election notices was 3 July 2026.

The DRP is particularly beneficial for long-term investors seeking to compound their exposure to the fund’s global equity strategy without incurring brokerage fees from on-market purchases. The announcement did not disclose the DRP issue price or any discounts applicable to reinvested units.

Investors Mutual Limited Serves as Responsible Entity under AFSL 229988

Investors Mutual Limited manages the Loomis Sayles Global Equity Fund – Active ETF and holds Australian Financial Services Licence number 229988. The company operates from Suite 15.01, Level 15, 39 Martin Place, Sydney NSW 2000, and acts as the responsible entity, bearing legal and regulatory duties to unitholders under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and the fund’s constitution.

The Loomis Sayles brand in Australia is delivered through this structure, combining Loomis Sayles’ international investment expertise with the ASX-listed Active ETF format. Investors can contact Investors Mutual Limited at +61 2 9232 7500 or via the fund’s website. Zac Azzi authorised the company update in his role as Company Secretary.

Active ETF Structure Influences Distribution Characteristics of LSGE

LSGE is an Active ETF, blending the intraday tradability of an exchange-traded fund with active portfolio management typical of managed funds. Unlike passive index ETFs, active management involves deliberate investment decisions that can impact the timing, composition, and amount of distributions.

Distributions may include income such as dividends from global equities and realised capital gains depending on fund activity. The announcement did not break down the 23.0344 cents per unit distribution into income and capital components, nor did it disclose tax components like franking credits or foreign income tax offsets. Unitholders should consult their annual tax statements or a tax adviser for distribution tax treatment.

Impact of 1 July 2026 Ex-Distribution Date on ASX Unit Pricing

As an ASX-listed Active ETF, LSGE units trade continuously during market hours. On the ex-distribution date of 1 July 2026, unit prices are generally expected to adjust downward to reflect the distribution value being separated from the fund’s net asset value, consistent with ASX market conventions.

Investors holding units before 1 July 2026 and through the record date of 2 July 2026 qualify for the 23.0344 cents per unit distribution. Those acquiring units on or after 1 July 2026 are not entitled to this payment. Public information did not clarify the immediate price impact; investors should monitor ASX trading data around these dates.

Annual Distribution Cycle Aligns with Australian Financial Year-End

The distribution covers the full twelve months ending 30 June 2026, aligning with the Australian financial year-end. This annual cycle is typical for managed funds and Active ETFs in Australia, with year-end distributions calculated after 30 June.

The announcement refers to this as the "final distribution" for the period, implying the fund may not pay interim distributions during the year, although this was not explicitly confirmed. Investors should verify any prior distributions for the year by reviewing the fund’s distribution history on its website or through their broker or platform when assessing total income yield for the year.

Global Equity Exposure Provided by LSGE and Context for June 2026 Distribution

The Loomis Sayles Global Equity Fund – Active ETF offers Australian investors access to a globally diversified equity portfolio managed actively by Loomis Sayles. Listed on the ASX, investors can gain or exit exposure through standard brokerage accounts with intraday liquidity. The 23.0344 cents per unit distribution reflects income and capital gains generated by the global equity holdings over the year to 30 June 2026.

The fund’s global mandate exposes it to international equity markets and currencies, which influence returns and distribution characteristics. The announcement did not comment on portfolio performance, net asset value, or market conditions. Investors seeking detailed performance and strategy information should consult periodic reports, the product disclosure statement, and communications from the responsible entity.

Next Steps for LSGE Unitholders Following Distribution Announcement

With the record date and DRP election deadline having passed on 2 and 3 July 2026 respectively, the next key date is the payment date of 21 July 2026. Eligible unitholders opting for cash distributions should expect payments in their nominated accounts or via their brokers by this date. Those participating in the DRP will receive additional units instead of cash.

Following the distribution, investors may await the fund’s annual tax statements, which assist with tax return preparation. The company update did not provide forward guidance on future distributions or investment strategy changes. Unitholders with questions about the distribution or their DRP status are encouraged to contact Investors Mutual Limited using the details provided.