Emerging Companies Fund 2026 Edition One
Seeking early-entry to major growth companies
Product Type
Managed Fund
Distribution
10% p.a
Payment
Quarterly
Term
3 Years
Leverage Gleneagle’s institutional strategy and participate in high-potential stocks before they achieve wider market recognition.
New companies are entering the market in volume. After three years of restraint, global venture and growth investment surged in 2025, with capital flowing into thousands of privately held companies and momentum returning to public markets.
History has repeatedly shown, the challenge is not in finding promising opportunities, but in knowing which of them will go on to capture the value brought by the thematic.
In the late stages of the internet build-out, online retailers were treated as peers, carrying similar valuations, similar narratives, and similar conviction from their backers. One went on to become one of the most valuable companies in the world, most did not last the decade.
In the rise of the smart phone, Nokia controlled nearly half of all global mobile phone sales and BlackBerry was the dominant choice in enterprise. Within five years, both had been displaced almost entirely.
In the first wave of electric vehicles that followed Tesla, a cohort of entrants reached public markets, collectively raising billions of fresh capital. Few of those names remain today.
Fund Objectives
As the volume of new names grow, the task of distinguishing between them becomes proportionately harder. Gleneagle seeks to leverage global thematics by acquiring early-entry into listed or unlisted companies that are uniquely positioned for exponential growth.
The fund seeks to pay 10% p.a income to investors throughout the 3-5 year term, with final profits realised and distributed at maturity.
Short Term
Long Term
Distribution Paying
10% p.a
Payment to Investors
Quarterly
High Growth
Capital Appreciation
3-5 Year Maturity
Final Profits Realised
How do you distinguish
the home-run from the hype?
The question we ask is,
what will happen either way.
Beyond the hype sits a commonality of inputs, infrastructure, and the conditions that allow it to function.
While new themes can attract capital and participants seemingly overnight, their enablers often face significant barriers of entry, taking years to materialise.
The Emerging Companies Fund seeks early entry into listed and unlisted companies that are uniquely positioned to capitalise on these imbalances.
Sophisticated Investors
To be considered for this investment product; applicants must supply evidence they qualify as a Wholesale Investor within the meaning of Section 761G of the Corporations Act (Cth) 2001 in Australia
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Cu
Copper
Copper is rapidly emerging as one of the most strategically important commodities of the global energy transition
Surging Material Demand
Conductors, Coils & Cooling
Massive Expansion of Grid & Infrastructure
Aging networks under unprecedented pressure
Extreme Increase in Energy Consumption
Loads rising faster than grids can adapt
Power Hungry
Chips & Compute
Excess Heat
Requires Cooling
Growth of AI & Cloud Data Centers
Data centre build out accelerating worldwide
As the AI revolution accelerates, copper underpins the infrastructure powering the next decade.
Despite the opportunity, exposure to copper is often limited to speculative ventures or projects still several years from production.
AI Data Demand
A single hyperscale AI data centre can require up to 50,000 tonnes of copper.1 By 2050, Global data-centre demand is forecast to grow 6x to 3 million tonnes annually.2
Grid Copper Needs
The world must add or replace 80 million kilometres of electricity grids by 2040 – equal to all grids built to date.3 Electricity grids will require ~427 million tonnes by 2050.4
Supply Gap
Declining ore grades and limited new discoveries point to a 30% shortfall in global copper supply by 2035.3
Production Lag
Emerging Company One
Listed Company
Metals and Mining
Company One represents an established copper platform operating within a low-sovereign-risk mining jurisdiction, combining existing production, significant infrastructure, and a clear pathway to operational growth over a 3–5 year horizon.
The dual-hub strategy is built around existing mining and processing assets. One hub is already generating revenue and cash flow through established oxide production, while a second is being repositioned as a larger-scale growth platform.
- Positive Macro Thematic
- Rated Board & Management
- Protected Cap Table
- Gleneagle Commitment* > $8,600,000
The value is already unfolding. Don’t have to dig, don’t have to build a mine. It’s a play on right location, right commodity, right leadership, right time.
Read more about why we’re investing in Company One
Defined Execution Pathway
The platform comprises producing assets and embedded infrastructure under a refreshed leadership and governance framework. The investment case is centred on disciplined execution, not discovery risk.
Infrastructure in Place
The business benefits from substantial historical investment, with processing plants, infrastructure and regional footprint already in place.
Balance Sheet Transformed
Institutional and government aligned capital have materially reduced debt, strengthened liquidity and secured growth funding for the next phase of expansion.
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Opportunity
Discover the Emerging Companies we're backing
Learn more about demand signals, the structural inputs they depend on, and the companies positioned to supply them.
We don’t invest in trends,
we invest in the leaders of tomorrow
Entry | $8.00 |
|---|---|
Exit | $84.00 |
+950%
A high-performance computing company providing GPU cloud infrastructure for AI workloads.
Entry | $1.75 |
|---|---|
Exit | $4.50 |
+157%
IperionX is a titanium metals producer, also developing rare earth & zircon resources.
Entry | $0.17 |
|---|---|
Exit | $0.295 |
+74%
Beetaloo Energy is an Australian gas company developing shale gas in the Northern Territory.
Entry | $7.00 |
|---|---|
Exit | $24.00 |
+243%
Fortescue operates across the Pilbara region and is one of the world’s largest iron ore producers.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. An investment in The Emerging Companies Fund 2026 Edition One carries significant risks, as outlined in the Information Memorandum.
The above percentages reflect the approximate realised gains which the Fund Manager and its Beneficial Owners have had with investments in emerging companies in the past. Investment in emerging companies carries inherent risk and not all investments by the Fund Manager have resulted in gains. The above companies are not included in The Emerging Companies Fund. All returns represent past performance only. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
*Gleneagle Commitment Figure stated as at the Issue Date 5 June 2026 and is inclusive of Gleneagle and its Beneficial Owners’ current and committed holding in each company (“Gleneagle Commitment“). Figures may be updated, should there be considerable material changes. Listed companies are subject to daily fluctuations in the market price of the share. All figures are reflected in AUD and subject to daily fluctuations in exchange rates if the company’s valuation is designated in a currency other than AUD.
Source: 1 Copper Development Association. 2 BHP Insights. 3 International Energy Association. 4 BloombergNEF.
Investment Terms
The information below is a summary of the key terms of the Fund only and is subject to the Information Memorandum and Trust Deed, which contains the rights and obligations of investors in the Fund.
Product Type
Distribution
10% p.a
Payment
Quarterly
Investment Overview | Gleneagle Asset Management Limited (ABN 29 103 162 278, AFSL No. 226199) has established the Fund to facilitate Eligible Investors acquiring an economic interest in listed or unlisted emerging companies. The Fund’s sole purpose is to invest in these companies. |
Investment Universe | Listed and unlisted global equities and global swaps. |
Legal Structure and Currency | The Fund is an Australian unit trust. Units in the Trust (Units) are fully paid. All dollar amounts referred to in this Information Memorandum are in Australian dollars. |
Trustee and Manager | Gleneagle Asset Management Limited (ABN 29 103 162 278, AFSL No. 226199) is the Trustee and Manager of the Fund. |
Eligible Investors | Interests in the Fund are only available to persons who are wholesale clients for the purposes of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Corporations Act). |
Target Raising | There is no fixed amount the Fund is seeking to raise. Capital will be deployed opportunistically across a range of investments, including via capital raisings, private placements, and off-market transactions. These opportunities are time-sensitive and subject to strict allocation limits. Consequently, participation in the Fund is limited, and Unit allocations are made on a first-come, first-served basis. The Trustee may close the Fund to new applications at any time, including prior to the first closing date, without notice. |
Application Cut Off and Application Moneys | Applications will generally be processed on the first business day of each month. The application form, wholesale status, any information requested and cleared funds (Approved Applications) must be received by the Trustee on or before the 25th of each month to be processed on the first business day of the next month, otherwise it will be processed the subsequent month. Application monies will be held in an account which may be interest bearing until invested in the Fund (or returned to the Applicant) and that interest (if any) earned on this account will be retained by the Trustee. |
Minimum Investment | The minimum investment by any Investor will be $50,000 unless permitted by the Trustee. All subscription amounts must be paid in Australian dollars. |
Closing Dates | The first close of The Emerging Companies Fund 2026 Edition One is expected to occur on 31 August 2026 (First Closing) for which Approved Application must be received no later than 25 August 2026. The issue price of a Unit issued on the First Closing will be $1.00. Subsequent closings may be held at the discretion of the Trustee, provided that the final closing will occur no later than 12 months after the date of the First Closing being 31 August 2027 (Final Closing). |
Term of the Fund | The Fund will have an initial term of 3 years from the First Closing ending on 31 August 2029 (3rd Anniversary), which may be extended by up to 2 additional extensions each of 1 year as determined by the Trustee in its discretion ending 31 August 2030 (4th Anniversary) and 31 August 2031 (5th Anniversary), respectively. The Trustee must give at least 1 months prior notice (Extension Notice Period) before extending the term of the Fund beyond the 3rd Anniversary and the further extension beyond the 4th Anniversary. |
Withdrawal and Transfer From The Fund | Investments in the Fund are illiquid. Subject to the below, Investors have no right to redeem their Units prior to the 3rd Anniversary or, if the Fund is extended as referred to above, during either of the 2 extension periods. If the Fund is extended beyond the 3rd Anniversary or the 4th Anniversary, Investors may request the redemption of their units after they receive an extension notice from the Trustee prior to the end of the relevant Extension Notice Period (i.e. by the 3rd Anniversary or the 4th Anniversary as applicable). If a redemption request is accepted by the Trustee the redemption proceeds will generally be paid within 15 business days after the 3rd Anniversary or 4th Anniversary. The redemption of Units in such circumstances will be funded by selling assets and/or by borrowings secured by lodging stock owned by the Fund with the lender. Any interest charged by the lender will be paid from the assets of the fund. However, the acceptance of all or some of the Units subject to redemption requests and the time for paying out any accepted redemption requests is at the Trustee’s absolute discretion. An Investor may only transfer any of its Units with the prior written consent of the Trustee in its absolute discretion. Investors may seek to sell or transfer their units by notifying the Trustee in writing which will use commercially reasonable endeavours to facilitate the sale of those Units. |
Distributions | The Trustee intends that the Fund will pay an annual distribution yield of 10% per annum (i.e. 2.5% per quarter), which may be paid out of the income or capital of the Fund and may be funded by borrowings secured by lodging stock owned by the Fund with the lender. Any interest charged by the lender will be paid from the assets of the fund. Distributions will be paid in cash and payments will be made quarterly, based on the 2.5% per quarter in proportion to the time those Units have been invested in the fund for that quarter. Distributions cannot be reinvested in the Fund. The Fund will not be distributing dividends that have franking credits for taxation purposes. |
Operational costs and expenses (including Administration, Audit, and Registry Costs and Expenses) | Operational costs and expenses are costs incurred in managing the Fund which directly reduce the return on a product. The Trustee is entitled under the Trust Deed to be reimbursed out of the Fund’s assets for the costs and expenses incurred in the proper performance of its duties as the Trustee of the Fund. Operational costs and expenses include the fee charged by the Administrator, Auditor, Registrar and other expenses which relate directly to the Fund. The Trustee will be reimbursed operational costs and expenses of up to 0.5%1 per annum, of the Funds NAV (before Performance Fees and the operational costs and expense recovery) calculated on the last business day of each month and accrued monthly in arrears and paid within 15 business days after the month end out of the Fund’s assets. |
Establishment Fee | The Trustee is entitled to receive a once off establishment fee of 4%1 paid out of each investor’s subscription amount which will be used to, without limitation, fund the establishment costs and expenses below. |
Establishment Costs and Expenses | All costs incurred in the establishment of the Fund and other operational costs and expenses not recovered from the Fund, will be paid by the Trustee in its personal capacity from the establishment fee. Transaction costs incurred in relation to the acquisition of the Fund’s assets or its borrowings will be borne by the Fund. |
Performance Fee | The Trustee is entitled to receive out of the Assets a performance fee of:
The performance fee will not be accrued based on unrealised assets. If the performance fee is payable, it will generally be paid within 15 business days after the month end in which the assets were realised out of the realisation proceeds. |
Risks | Before deciding on whether to apply for any Units under the Offer, you are urged to carefully consider the risks associated with investing in the Fund. You should consult with your professional adviser for assistance in determining the risks of investing in the Fund relative to you and whether it is suited to your needs and circumstances. The risks of investing in emerging companies i.e. early stage ventures is typically seen as a highly risky venture, with the potential to bring in high returns. Emerging companies aren’t a commonality and only a limited number succeed. It is not suitable for conservative or risk-averse investors or those who cannot recover from capital loss or have a short term outlook. There is also the liquidity risk and sellers might have to wait for liquidity events to get their money out. The other risk is majority control where the founders’ interests might be poorly aligned with those of small investors. Gleneagle Group, its partners and our sophisticated investors already have significant holdings in those emerging companies. The risk is decreased as Gleneagle may also seek to appoint a representative of the Fund to the company’s board, providing further opportunity to apply strategic influence, pivot business strategy and facilitate growth. |
Gleneagle Product | EMERG10P2609 |
Note | 1 All fees, charges and other costs have been stated exclusive of any Goods and Services Tax (GST) and any reduced input tax credits (RITCs) unless otherwise specified. |
Fund Performance
Gleneagle Emerging Companies Fund Tranche 3 (“Tranche 3”) completed a realisation event in October 2025.
Net Return
on Investment
~15 Months
Fund investment period from
1 June 2024 to 17 October 2025
Minimum Net Investor
Return Annualised
29% p.a
Approximately 15 months into the Fund’s intended 3–5 year investment horizon, a number of holdings reached key value milestones, presenting an opportunity to crystallise gains and return capital to investors.
This performance information has been independently verified.
Refer to the Independent Assurance Report in the Information Memorandum.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. An investment in The Emerging Companies Fund 2026 Edition One carries significant risks, as outlined in the Information Memorandum.
While Gleneagle applies a consistent investment philosophy and active management approach across its Emerging Companies Fund offerings, each fund is managed according to the specific characteristics and opportunities of its underlying portfolio, and investment outcomes will vary accordingly. The timing, duration, and circumstances of the Tranche 3 realisation event were unique to that fund and should not be relied upon as an indication of future realisation events, investment timeframes or performance outcomes.
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Individual Application
You
If we are unable to electronically verify your identity, you will also be asked to supply two forms of identification:
Photo ID
Current driver’s license, passport or national ID card
Proof of Address
Utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months
Joint Application
You and Another Applicant
Photo ID
Current driver’s license, passport or national ID card
Proof of Address
Utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months
Company Application
The Company
Directors and UBOs
Photo ID
Current driver’s license, passport or national ID card
Proof of Address
Utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months
Trust Application
The Trust
Copy of the Trust Deed
This must be certified by a Justice of the Peace
UBOs and Individual Trustees
You’ll need to provide details about the Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) and Trustee(s).
If we are unable to electronically verify their identities, you will also be asked to supply two forms of identification for each applicant:
Photo ID
Current driver’s license, passport or national ID card
Proof of Address
Utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months
Settlor of the Trust
Photo ID
Current driver’s license, passport or national ID card
Proof of Address
Utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months
Corporate Trustee
If the trustee is a private or public company, you will be asked to supply details about the company.
Self Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) Application
The SMSF
Pages from the Trust Deed
Front cover page, Schedule page, Signature / Execution page
UBOs and Individual Trustees
Photo ID
Current driver’s license, passport or national ID card
Proof of Address
Utility bill or bank statement from the last 3 months
Corporate Trustee
If the trustee is a private or public company, you will be asked to supply details about the company.