Monthly NTA & Investment Update - 31 March 2025
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NTA & Investment Update
March 2025
Net tangible asset (NTA) backing per share
31 March
28 February
NTA per share1
$9.63
$9.94
NTA per share after unrealised tax provision2
$8.36
$8.56
Market commentary
The S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index declined -3.4% in March as ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and
growing trade concerns weighed on sentiment, sparking a broad-based sell-off. Reflecting the prevailing
risk-off sentiment, Information Technology (-9.7%) and Consumer Discretionary (-6.4%) were the
worst-performing sectors. In contrast, investors gravitated towards more defensive stocks, with Utilities the
strongest performers, although the sector still finished the month flat.
Since the end of March, markets globally have continued to be roiled by the emerging prospect of a US
— or potentially global — recession following the announcement of widespread US tariffs last week. We will
be discussing these developments, the global economic outlook and macroeconomic themes impacting the
Australian share market at our upcoming shareholder information meetings in various capital cities.
For full details, including times and venues, visit: argoinvestments.com.au.
Portfolio
Top 20 investments
Sector diversification
$m
%
Macquarie Group
504.2
6.8
Other
Financials 15.0%
Banks 14.8%
BHP
387.1
5.2
Materials
13.6%
Banks
14.8%
CBA
370.3
5.0
CSL
334.4
4.5
Wesfarmers
317.5
4.3
Westpac
278.1
3.8
Health
Care
Industrials
7.3%9.6%
Rio Tinto
262.8
3.6
Energy 7.2%
Consumer
Staples 8.5%
Aristocrat Leisure
238.2
3.2
ANZ
233.2
3.2
Telstra Group
204.2
2.8
Energy
LICs 1.6%7.2%
QBE Insurance
203.5
2.8
Utilities 1.5% Discret. 7.2%
Consumer
NAB
198.5
2.7
Santos
196.6
2.7
Computershare
191.7
2.6
Technology One
189.3
2.6
Utilities 1.5%
Origin Energy
146.8
2.0
Cash 0.6%
Transurban
123.1
1.7
Suncorp
122.7
1.7
Woolworths Group
114.6
1.6
APA Group
113.0
1.5
Top 20 equity investments
4,729.8
64.3
Cash and cash equivalents
47.3
0.6
Other Financials 15.0%
Telcos & I.T. 10.4%
Materials 13.6%
Health Care 9.6%
Telcos & I.T. 10.4%
Consumer Staples 8.5%
Consumer Discret. 7.2%
Industrials 7.3%
Property 2.7%
Cash 0.6%
Property 2.7%
LICs 1.6%
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After all costs, including any tax payable.
As required under the ASX Listing Rules, theoretical NTA per
share after providing for estimated tax on unrealised gains/
losses in the portfolio. That is, after tax that may arise if the
entire portfolio was sold.
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About us
At a glance
Shareholder benefits
ASX code
ARG
Founded
1946
Total assets
$7.4bn
Shareholders
90,800
Dividend yield^
4.0%
MER
0.15%
^ Historical yield of 5.8% (including franking) based on
dividends paid/declared over the last 12 months.
Fully-franked, sustainable dividends
Dividends paid every year since
inception in 1946 and fully franked
since 1995
Experienced board and management
Highly experienced board and
management team with strong
governance and conservative culture
Company overview
One of Australia’s oldest and largest listed
investment companies (LICs), Argo actively manages
a diversified portfolio of Australian shares with
a low-cost, internally managed business model.
Argo applies a conservative, long-term investment
approach which has proven resilient since 1946.
Strong balance sheet with no debt
A strong balance sheet and no debt
allows a long-term approach to
investing
Company objective
Maximise long-term shareholder returns through
reliable fully franked dividend income and capital
growth.
Low-cost, internally managed
Internal management structure
ensures low operating costs and no
external fees
How to invest
We are listed on the Australian Securities Exchange
(ASX) under the ASX code ‘ARG’. To become a
shareholder, simply buy shares through your
stockbroker, online broker, financial adviser or
platform.
Diversified and administratively
simple
Exposure to a diversified portfolio of
Australian equities through a single
ASX trade
Share registry enquiries
BoardRoom Pty Ltd
1300 350 716
investorserve.com.au
argo@boardroomlimited.com.au
Long-term and proven investment
approach
Resilience and growth through
various market cycles and conditions
for over 75 years
This report has been prepared as general information only and is not intended to provide financial advice or take into
account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider, with a financial adviser, whether the information is
suitable for your circumstances before making any investment decisions. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
This announcement is authorised by Tim Binks, Company Secretary. Argo Investments Limited ACN 007 519 520
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