State Street SPDR S&P/ASX 50 ETF Reports $713.6 Million in Assets with Stable Holdings as of July 21, 2026

Comprehensive Fund Structure Reflecting Australian Market Diversity

Managed by State Street Global Advisors through its Australia Services Limited entity, the State Street SPDR S&P/ASX 50 ETF is a passively managed investment vehicle designed to replicate the performance of Australia's 50 largest publicly traded companies. Registered as an Australian managed investment scheme, the ETF is listed on the ASX AQUA market under the ticker SFY. This structure offers investors direct exposure to the S&P/ASX 50 Index, representing a broad cross-section of the Australian equity market across multiple industries.

As of July 21, 2026, the fund held exactly 50 stocks spanning key sectors including banking and financial services, diversified mining and resources, energy, infrastructure, healthcare, telecommunications, consumer staples and discretionary retail, insurance, industrial manufacturing, and technology services. This broad portfolio underscores the ETF's role as a comprehensive tool for gaining wide Australian equity market exposure within a single investment vehicle.

Leading Holdings: Telstra, Sigma Healthcare, and BHP Group

The update details the specific shareholdings of all 50 index constituents as of July 21, 2026. Telstra Group Limited is the largest holding with 10,056 shares, reflecting its dominant market position in Australia's telecommunications sector. Sigma Healthcare Limited, a leading pharmacy and healthcare services operator, is the second-largest holding with 5,187 shares. Scentre Group, a major real estate investment trust managing shopping centres, holds 4,694 shares, while BHP Group, a global diversified mining giant, accounts for 4,566 shares in the portfolio.

Additional significant holdings include National Australia Bank (2,757 shares), Commonwealth Bank of Australia (1,504 shares), and Westpac Banking Corporation (3,074 shares), collectively reinforcing the fund's strong weighting in the financial sector. Resource sector investments feature Rio Tinto (334 shares), South32 Limited (4,032 shares), Lynas Rare Earths (832 shares), and Fortescue Limited (1,494 shares). Infrastructure exposure is provided by Transurban Group (2,804 shares) and APA Group (1,190 shares), while consumer sector representation includes Woolworths Group (1,098 shares) and Wesfarmers Limited (1,020 shares).

Valuation and Creation Unit Details as of July 21, 2026

The fund's net asset value per unit was $76.97 on the valuation date, establishing the pricing basis for trading. The net asset value per creation unit, calculated by multiplying the per-unit NAV by the standard creation unit size, was $1,924,132.50. These figures determine the issue price for new unit applications and redemption amounts in accordance with the ETF's constitution and product disclosure statement.

The underlying index basket value for creation units stood at $1,924,296.42, with a cash component of $163.92 per creation unit. This cash balance facilitates trading and redemption processes, ensuring liquidity without compromising the fund’s precise replication of the index. This approach aligns with standard practices for index-tracking ETFs.

Stable Fund Assets and Unit Issuance on Reporting Date

As of close of trading on July 21, 2026, the State Street SPDR S&P/ASX 50 ETF's total net asset value was $713,565,409.29. The number of units on issue remained steady at 9,271,258, with no new applications or redemptions recorded during the trading session. This stability reflects typical activity for a well-established index ETF of this size, where demand for units is primarily met via secondary market trading.

The consistent unit count combined with the $713.6 million asset base provides investors with a clear view of the fund’s size and portfolio allocation for investment decisions.

Strong Financial Sector Representation Across Portfolio

The fund exhibits a notable concentration in Australia’s financial services sector, a defining feature of the S&P/ASX 50 Index and the broader market. Major banks included are Commonwealth Bank of Australia (1,504 shares), National Australia Bank (2,757 shares), Westpac Banking Corporation (3,074 shares), and Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (2,709 shares). These institutions collectively hold significant index weightings due to their large market capitalisations.

Other financial services holdings include Macquarie Group (319 shares), a diversified investment banking firm. The insurance sector is represented by Insurance Australia Group (2,112 shares), QBE Insurance Group (1,343 shares), and Suncorp Group (973 shares). The fund’s financial sector exposure aligns with the structure and maturity of the Australian economy and equity market.

Diversified Exposure to Resources Sector Including Mining and Energy

The portfolio includes substantial holdings in Australia’s natural resources sector, covering metal mining, rare earth minerals, and energy production. Diversified mining positions include BHP Group (4,566 shares) and Rio Tinto (334 shares), both major global mining companies. South32 Limited (4,032 shares) and Evolution Mining Limited (1,825 shares) add further exposure to metals and precious minerals.

Rare earths exposure is provided by Lynas Rare Earths (832 shares), a key supplier of critical minerals for technology and renewable energy. Energy sector holdings include Santos Limited (2,919 shares), Origin Energy (1,548 shares), and Woodside Energy Group (1,708 shares), covering upstream oil and gas production and integrated energy operations.

Infrastructure and Transportation Holdings Provide Stable Income Streams

The fund holds significant infrastructure assets such as Transurban Group (2,804 shares), which operates toll roads across Australia, and APA Group (1,190 shares), the country’s largest gas transmission network operator. These assets offer long-term, regulated cash flows and inflation-linked revenues.

Transportation sector holdings include Qantas Airways (1,360 shares), Australia’s leading airline, and Brambles Limited (1,210 shares), a global logistics provider. Scentre Group (4,694 shares) offers real estate investment trust exposure through its shopping centre portfolio, while WiseTech Global (190 shares) provides logistics software solutions, collectively enhancing the fund’s infrastructure and transportation sector diversification.

Healthcare, Consumer Discretionary, and Telecommunications Sectors Well Represented

The update confirms notable healthcare holdings such as Cochlear Limited (59 shares), Sonic Healthcare (444 shares), ResMed Inc (511 shares via CHESS Depositary Interests), and Sigma Healthcare (5,187 shares), one of the largest fund holdings. Consumer discretionary exposure includes CAR Group (340 shares), Nick Scali, and James Hardie Industries (299 shares via CDI).

Telstra Group (10,056 shares) dominates the telecommunications sector within the fund, providing mobile, fixed broadband, and enterprise services. Xero Limited (153 shares) offers cloud accounting software for small businesses, while QBE Insurance Group contributes global insurance operations. This sector diversity ensures broad exposure to defensive, cyclical, and growth-oriented Australian companies.

Regulatory Compliance and Investor Guidance Under AFSL

State Street Global Advisors, Australia Services Limited operates under Australian Financial Services Licence number 274900 and ABN 16 108 671 441, with headquarters at Level 14, 420 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000. As the Responsible Entity, it complies with the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and ASX listing rules. The ETF is an Australian registered managed investment scheme listed on the ASX AQUA market and subject to continuous disclosure obligations.

Prospective and current investors should review the product disclosure statement available at www.ssga.com and seek tailored financial advice. The update is for general informational purposes and does not constitute personalised financial advice. State Street Corporation notes that SPDR, S&P, and ASX trademarks are licensed and that none of these entities sponsor or endorse the ETF or assume liability for its performance or investment decisions.