The Fidelity Australian High Conviction Active ETF (ASX:FHCO), managed by FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Limited, announced on 25 September 2026 an estimated quarterly distribution of 2.613844 cents per unit (CPU) for the quarter ending 30 September 2026.

Recent Development

On 25 September 2026, FIL Responsible Entity (Australia) Limited notified the market of the estimated distribution details for the FHCO ETF covering the quarter ending 30 September 2026. The estimated distribution is 2.613844 cents per unit. The ex-distribution date falls on 1 October 2026, the Record Date is 2 October 2026, and the DRP election deadline is also 2 October 2026. Payment date and DRP Units Issue Date are both 13 October 2026. The fund declared that it is an Attribution Managed Investment Trust (AMIT) for income tax purposes under the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997, in respect of the income year ending 30 June 2027. The estimated distribution is subject to change, with the final amount to be confirmed closer to payment.

Share Performance

FHCO units closed at AUD 6.02 on 25 September 2026, down 0.50% (-AUD 0.03) on the day. The slight decline is typical of pre-distribution price action as the unit price begins to reflect the upcoming ex-distribution date.

About the Fund

The Fidelity Australian High Conviction Active ETF is an actively managed exchange-traded fund investing in a concentrated portfolio of Australian equities selected on the basis of high-conviction, fundamental research. It is managed by Fidelity International and trades on the ASX under the ticker FHCO.

Risks and Uncertainties

As with all active ETFs, FHCO's performance is dependent on Fund Manager stock selection, and there is no guarantee the portfolio will outperform the broader market. The estimated distribution may differ from the final amount. General Equity market Volatility can affect the fund's NAV and distribution capacity over time.

Catalysts to Watch

The confirmation of the final distribution amount will be relevant for income-focused investors. DRP participants must ensure their elections are lodged before the 2 October 2026 deadline. Broader Australian equity market conditions and the fund's portfolio positioning will shape the next quarterly distribution.

Final Word

An estimated distribution of 2.613844 CPU from FHCO adds a modest but predictable income component for unitholders in the September quarter. For ETF investors seeking active management in Australian equities with regular income, the record date and DRP deadline are the key near-term action points.