Milford Australian Absolute Growth Complex ETF Announces Final Distribution of 136.09 Cents Per Unit for Fiscal Year Ending 30 June 2026

Final Distribution of 136.0917 Cents Per Unit Confirmed for MFO Investors

Equity Trustees Limited confirmed that the Milford Australian Absolute Growth Complex ETF will distribute a final payment of 136.0917 cents per unit to eligible unitholders for the year ended 30 June 2026. This announcement, authorised by Director Andrew Godfrey, was released on 3 July 2026 and details the exact distribution amount along with key entitlement and payment dates.

The 136.0917 cents per unit represents the total annual distribution for the 2025–26 financial year. It will be paid to all unitholders on record as of the Record Date, 2 July 2026. Those holding MFO units before the ex-distribution date of 1 July 2026 are entitled to the payment, subject to their choice between cash or DRP participation.

Distribution Timeline: Ex-Distribution, Record, and Payment Dates

The company outlined a clear timeline for the distribution process. The ex-distribution date was 1 July 2026, meaning trades settling on or after this date are not entitled to the distribution. The Record Date was 2 July 2026, establishing the list of eligible unitholders. The DRP election deadline was 3 July 2026, the last day for unitholders to opt into the reinvestment plan.

The Payment Date is scheduled for 20 July 2026, when eligible unitholders will receive either a cash payment or additional units if they elected to participate in the DRP. Investors are advised to ensure their payment and DRP election details are current with their broker or registry before this date. No further payment processing details were provided in the announcement.

Distribution Reinvestment Plan Available for 30 June 2026 Year-End Distribution

The update confirms the operation of the Distribution Reinvestment Plan for this distribution, consistent with a prior market notice dated 26 June 2026. The DRP allows unitholders to reinvest their cash distribution into additional MFO units instead of receiving cash, a popular option for long-term investors aiming to compound their investment without incurring brokerage fees.

The deadline to submit DRP election notices was 3 July 2026, coinciding with the announcement date. Unitholders who did not submit an election by then will receive their distribution in cash on 20 July 2026. The announcement did not include details on DRP pricing or methodology. For more information, investors can contact Milford at +61 1800 161 310 or via email at [email protected].

Equity Trustees Limited’s Role as Responsible Entity for the Milford ETF

Equity Trustees Limited issued the distribution announcement in its capacity as Responsible Entity for the Milford Australian Absolute Growth Complex ETF. Holding an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL 240975), Equity Trustees oversees compliance, governance, and investor communications for the fund under Australian financial services law.

Director Andrew Godfrey authorised the update on behalf of Equity Trustees Limited. The fund is managed by Milford Asset Management, operating in New Zealand and Australia. Unitholders with questions about the distribution or investment strategy should contact Milford directly using the provided contact details.

Understanding the 'Complex ETF' Classification for MFO

The Milford Australian Absolute Growth ETF is classified as a "Complex ETF" by ASX and ASIC standards. This classification applies to exchange-traded products employing advanced investment strategies beyond simple index tracking, potentially involving derivatives, short-selling, leverage, or other non-traditional methods to achieve investment goals.

For retail investors, this classification entails additional disclosure requirements and may require completing a target market determination review before investing. The fund’s "Absolute Growth" strategy aims to generate positive returns across various market conditions rather than merely tracking an index. However, this announcement did not disclose details on portfolio composition, performance, or net asset value. Investors seeking further information should consult the fund’s product disclosure statement and target market determination on the Milford Asset Management or ASX websites.

Contextualizing the 136.0917 Cents Per Unit Distribution

The 136.0917 cents per unit distribution represents a significant income payment for an ETF. Unitholders may wish to compare this figure to the MFO unit price as of the ex-distribution date to estimate the implied yield. The announcement did not provide the unit price or comparative historical distribution data.

To assess whether this distribution aligns with previous years, investors should review past company updates or annual reports. The distribution amount likely reflects income generated during the year, including realised capital gains, dividends, or other income sources. The announcement did not break down the distribution into income and capital components.

Market Reaction and Share Price Impact Following Distribution Announcement

Public information did not clarify the immediate share price impact. Typically, MFO’s unit price would adjust on the ex-distribution date to reflect the distribution payout, a standard practice for ETFs and managed funds that does not indicate a change in underlying asset value.

Investors trading MFO units around the ex-distribution and payment dates should consider that units purchased on or after 1 July 2026 are not eligible for the 136.0917 cents per unit distribution. This should be factored into unit price evaluations relative to recent trading activity.

Preparing for the 20 July 2026 Payment Date

With the payment scheduled for 20 July 2026, eligible unitholders should confirm their account and banking information with their broker or registry to facilitate smooth receipt of funds. Those opting for cash will see payments credited around this date, subject to processing times which may vary by institution.

Unitholders participating in the DRP will receive additional units credited post-payment date, with the number of units determined by the DRP pricing methodology. The announcement did not specify the DRP issue price. For questions regarding payment settlement, investors should contact Milford Asset Management at +61 1800 161 310 or [email protected].

Fiscal Year-End and Reporting Obligations for Milford Asset Management

This distribution announcement marks the end of the 2025–26 financial year for the Milford Australian Absolute Growth Complex ETF, aligned with the Australian financial year ending 30 June 2026. Year-end distributions typically coincide with tax reporting documentation, including AMMA (Attribution Managed Investment Trust Member Annual) statements detailing the tax character of distributions for unitholders.

Unitholders can expect to receive their annual tax statements for the 2025–26 year in the weeks following the 20 July 2026 payment. These documents are essential for accurate tax return preparation, outlining income, capital gains, and foreign income components. The announcement did not specify a timeline for issuing these statements. Unitholders should monitor communications from Milford Asset Management or their brokers for updates on tax reporting.