ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund
This fund invests in a range of listed infrastructure securities spread across a number of infrastructure sub-sectors such as gas, electricity and water utilities, renewables, toll-roads, airports, rail and communication infrastructure and across geographic regions within emerging markets.
Key Portfolio Information
As at 31 March 2024 (returns in AUD after fees)
| Performance | 1 Month | 3 Months | 1 Year | 3 Years | 5 Years | Inception4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund123 | 0.2% | 6.2% | 14.7% | 8.2% | 2.2% | 8.5% |
| S&P Emerging Markets Infrastructure Index - Net Return AUD Unhedged | 1.4% | 6.2% | 8.3% | 5.1% | -0.2% | 3.1% |
| Excess Returns | -1.2% | - | 6.4% | 3.1% | 2.4% | 5.4% |
| MSCI Emerging Markets Index - Net Return AUD | 2.3% | 7.1% | 11.0% | -0.0% | 4.0% | 5.6% |
As at 31 March 2024
- Regulated & Contracted Utilities
- User Pays Infrastructure
- Cash
- Other
As at 31 March 2024
| Top 10 Positions | Region | Sector | Weight % | Forward Dividend % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCR SA | Latin America | Toll Roads | 5.5% | 2.9% |
| Jasa Marga | Asia Pacific Developing | Toll Roads | 5.1% | 1.4% |
| Equatorial | Latin America | Electric | 5.1% | 2.5% |
| Rumo Logistica | Latin America | Rail | 5.1% | 0.1% |
| ICTS | Asia Pacific Developing | Ports | 4.9% | 0.0% |
| Eletrobras | Latin America | Electric | 4.4% | 4.5% |
| NTPC LTD | Asia Pacific Developing | Electric | 4.4% | 1.9% |
| Power Grid | Asia Pacific Developing | Electric | 3.9% | 1.5% |
| Daqin Railway Co., Ltd. Class A | Asia Pacific Developing | Rail | 3.8% | 6.3% |
| China Resources Gas | Asia Pacific Developing | Gas | 3.7% | 5.1% |
| Fund Details | March 2024 |
|---|---|
| Number of Securities | 35 |
| APIR Code | TGP0015AU |
| Distribution Frequency | Semi-Annually |
| Lastest Distribution (CPU) | 2.61 |
| Portfolio Weighted Average | March 2024 |
|---|---|
| Avg Market Capitalisation | 19.5bn (AUD) |
| Div Yield (Forward) Gross | 3.6% |
| 5 Yr DPS Growth (p.a.) | 9.1% |
| Avg Stock Gearing (Net Debt/EV) | 33.0% |
| Interest Cover (Historic) | 4.9x |
| EV/EBITDA (Forward) | 8.2x |
Investment Objective: To provide investors with exposure to the growth of emerging markets infrastructure securities and to outperform the benchmark, being an accumulation index comprised of the S&P Emerging Markets Infrastructure Index.
For detailed information regarding our fees and transaction costs, please refer to the relevant Product Disclosure Statement here.
Unit Prices & Distributions
| Date | CCY | Nav | Entry | Exit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23/04/202423/4/24 | AUD | 1.8345 | 1.8374 | 1.8310 |
| 22/04/202422/4/24 | AUD | 1.8291 | 1.8320 | 1.8256 |
| 19/04/202419/4/24 | AUD | 1.8271 | 1.8300 | 1.8236 |
| Date | CCY | CPU |
|---|---|---|
| 30/06/2023 | AUD | 3.03 |
| 30/12/2022 | AUD | 2.50 |
| 30/06/2022 | AUD | 2.61 |
| 31/12/2021 | AUD | 1.25 |
| 30/06/2021 | AUD | 0.75 |
| 31/12/2020 | AUD | 1.50 |
| 30/06/2020 | AUD | 0.00 |
| 31/12/2019 | AUD | 2.00 |
| 30/06/2019 | AUD | 4.52 |
| 31/12/2018 | AUD | 2.50 |
| 30/06/2018 | AUD | 8.98 |
| 31/12/2017 | AUD | 2.50 |
| 30/06/2017 | AUD | 22.01 |
| 31/12/2016 | AUD | 8.00 |
Product Commentary
Emerging Markets Strategy March Commentary
On a regional basis, Asia Pacific was the top contributor for the quarter, led by GDP-sensitive port and airport holdings.
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Valuation of Infrastructure Assets Q4 2023
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The ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund is managed by an experienced investment committee comprising of the following members:
Nick Langley
Shane Hurst
Charles Hamieh
David Pow
Important Information for Investors
Franklin Templeton Australia Limited (AFSL No. 240827) ("Franklin Templeton"), as Responsible Entity, is the issuer of the ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund (ARSN 132 182 462). The information contained on this website is directed to wholesale investors and financial advisers only.
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Research Ratings
SQM Research Report 2023 SUPERIOR: 4.0 STARS*
Product Downloads
- Application Form - Australian Pooled Funds
- ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund - Product Disclosure Statement
- ClearBridge Additional Information Booklet
- ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund - Class A TMD
- 2024 March ClearBridge RARE Infrastructure Emerging Markets Fund Fact Sheet
- 2024 February ClearBridge RARE Infrastructure Emerging Markets Fund Fact Sheet
- 2024 January ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund Fact Sheet
- Top 10 Holdings - Emerging Markets Strategy
Disclaimer
1. Sources: Internal calculations for the ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund. All index data sourced from FactSet. Results over one year annualised.
2. Fund performance is net of fees, assuming all distributions are reinvested and before tax.
3. All values on an AUD unhedged basis and net of withholding taxes for benchmarks, if applicable. Non-AUD values converted into AUD using FactSet Forex data.
4. Performance inception date for the ClearBridge RARE Emerging Markets Fund is 30/09/2008.
Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
While the information contained on this website has been prepared with all reasonable care, ClearBridge Investments* accepts no responsibility or liability for any errors, omissions or misstatements however caused. Any views expressed on this website are given as of the date of publication and such views are subject to change at any time. This information is not personal advice. It has been prepared without taking account of individual objectives, financial situation or needs. Where an investment product is mentioned, potential investors should seek independent advice as to the suitability of the product to their investment needs. Reference to shares in a particular company, is not a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that stock. Investors should be aware that past performance is not indicative of future performance.
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