Highlights
- Charter Hall Retail Management shares rose 26.4% over the past year, closing at 4.07 AUD.
- HMC Funds Management shares gained 13.56%, reflecting steady portfolio growth.
- Retail-focused portfolios helped limit income volatility across varying market conditions.
In today’s volatile market, many investors are looking for steady and reliable income. ASX-listed Charter Hall Retail Management and HMC Funds Management are two such stocks that stand out for their regular payouts and stable business models. Both are backed by retail REIT portfolios that generate consistent rental income. CQR offers a dividend yield of 6.07% and has also delivered a 26.4% rise in its share price over the past year, while HDN continues to provide dependable distributions. Together, these stocks offer a balance of income stability and steady performance for income-focused investors.
Charter Hall Retail Management Performance
Charter Hall Retail Management (ASX:CQR), part of Charter Hall Group, focuses on properties leased to convenience retailers. Shares closed at AUD 4.07, up 26.4% in the past year.
The company announced an interim dividend of AUD 0.064 per share, giving an annual yield of 6.07%. The ex-dividend date is 30 December 2025, the record date is 31 December 2025, and payment will be made on 27 February 2026.
For AMIT taxation, the total fund payment per unit is AUD 0.103305, including withholding and interest income. CQR focuses on convenience retail assets, which generate steady cash flow for regular distributions.
HMC Funds Management Performance
HMC Funds Management (ASX:HDN) manages HomeCo Daily Needs REIT, which has 462 retail properties in key metropolitan areas. Shares closed at AUD 1.34, up 13.56% over the year.
HDN declared a final dividend of AUD 0.060 per share, giving an annual yield of 2.77%. The ex-dividend date was 26 August 2025, the record date was 27 August 2025, and payment was made on 30 September 2025.
The REIT completed 76 million AUD in disposals and capital expenditure. Net portfolio value grew by AUD 143 million to AUD 5.095 billion. Occupancy rates are high, rent collection exceeds 99%, and debt refinancing of AUD 810 million improved terms, with about 70% of debt hedged until December 2026. Quarterly distributions of AUD 0.0215 per unit continue, with a Distribution Reinvestment Plan available. FY26 guidance is AUD 0.086 per unit for distributions and AUD 0.090 per unit for FFO.






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