MUFG becomes substantial holder in Charter Hall Group

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (MUFG) has become a substantial holder in Charter Hall Group, with its relevant interest recorded on December 11, 2025. The Japanese financial giant, through its various entities including Mitsubishi UFJ Asset Management Co., Ltd., First Sentier Group Limited, and Morgan Stanley, now controls 24,446,342 voting shares, representing a 5.17% voting power in Charter Hall Group.

The accumulation of shares involved a series of transactions from August to December 2025, with individual purchases ranging from minor amounts to significant blocks, some involving collateral arrangements and borrowings through Morgan Stanley. These transactions highlight MUFG's strategic interest in Charter Hall, demonstrating a clear move to increase its influence within the company.

The majority of the acquired securities are "Fully Paid Units Stapled Securities," indicating a direct investment in the core assets of Charter Hall Group. This new substantial holding could lead to increased scrutiny and potential strategic engagement from MUFG regarding Charter Hall’s future direction and operational strategies.