First Sentier group raises stake in Insignia Financial to 7.89%

First Sentier Group Limited and its related bodies corporate have become a more significant shareholder in Insignia Financial Ltd, increasing their voting power from 5.72% to 7.89%. This change reflects an acquisition of 14,523,740 shares, bringing their total voting shares to 52,904,683. The previous notice was given on April 14, 2025, and the recent change occurred on October 29, 2025.

The increase stems from various transactions, including purchases and sales of fully paid ordinary shares by First Sentier Investors RQI Pty Ltd and First Sentier Investors (Australia) IM Ltd. Notable transactions include a substantial purchase of 367,771 shares on July 15, 2025, by First Sentier Investors (Australia) IM Ltd and 220,540 shares by First Sentier Investors RQI Pty Ltd on July 10, 2025.

Additionally, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. (MUFG), the ultimate parent of First Sentier Group Limited, reported a relevant interest in 22,023,090 fully paid ordinary shares, contributing to the overall increase in voting power. The transactions involved both direct purchases and sales, as well as borrow increases and decreases of shares, primarily through Citigroup Global Markets Limited under a prime brokerage agreement.