For Immediate Release
Ausbil today announced the launch of its first active exchange-traded fund (Active ETF), giving investors and advisers dual access to its Active Dividend Income strategy.

The Ausbil Active Dividend Income Fund – Active ETF (ASX ticker:DIVI), launched in 2018, is now admitted for trading on the ASX. It has A$967 million of funds under management as of 31 August 2025.

DIVI, an actively managed ETF, holds between 25 and 50 listed companies which Ausbil believes support consistent dividends and franking credits for investors that grow with inflation over time. It provides regular monthly income drawn from dividends of Australian companies, whilst aiming to protect investors’ capital against inflation.

“We are excited to officially launch the Ausbil Active Dividend Income Fund as an Active ETF on the ASX,” said Mark Knight, Chief Executive Officer of Ausbil.

“This milestone marks a significant step in making our income-focused strategies more accessible to more investors. By offering an Active ETF, we’re meeting the requests of brokers, financial advisers, SMSFs and mum and dad investors for a more convenient and efficient way to generate regular monthly income from equities, with the potential for additional capital growth.”
Michael Price, Portfolio Manager of DIVI, said the Fund’s listing on the ASX offers a competitive advantage through its active approach to stock selection. “Ausbil’s active management, a rigorous top-down macro and bottom-up fundamental process, and dynamic portfolio positioning provides investors with a solution focused on delivering sustainable monthly income with the benefit of franking credits,” he said.

Since inception, (30 June 2018), DIVI has generated 9.18% pa (net of fees) in returns, delivering consistent income and capital growth versus the benchmark return of 9.38% pa, as measured by the S&P/ASX 200 Accumulation Index, ending 31 August 2025. For a full table of returns net of fees, visit www.ausbil.com.au/divi.

DIVI focuses on providing high levels of dividend income and franking credits, aiming to deliver a monthly income stream in excess of the benchmark, that is able to grow with inflation over time.

“With a handful of large banks and resource companies paying the majority of dividends each year, relying solely on these sectors can expose investors to risk if dividends are cut. DIVI’s active management approach allows us to diversify beyond the biggest payers, targeting high-quality companies with sustainable dividend growth,” says Price, “and offers the resilience to maintain income through changing market conditions. This ensures our investors are well-placed to be exposed to quality income opportunities in any market environment.”

More information 
For more information about the Ausbil Active Dividend Income Fund - Active ETF (Ticker: DIVI), please visit the Fund's product page at www.ausbil.com.au/divi

 
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