Source disclosure: February 18, 2026
NEXT FUNDS MSCI Global Climate 500 Japan Selection Index Exchange Traded Fund [294A.T]
TOKYO, Feb 18 (Pulse News Wire) -- NEXT FUNDS MSCI Global Climate 500 Japan Selection Index Exchange Traded Fund (294A), managed by Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd., has released its earnings report for the fiscal year ending January 2026. The fund tracks the MSCI Global Climate 500 Japan Selection Index (Total Return) and primarily invests in stocks and real estate investment trusts (REITs). Trading is conducted in units of one share, with the fund's website accessible at https://www.nomura-am.co.jp. The report covers the period from July 9, 2025, to January 8, 2026, detailing significant changes in asset allocation and performance metrics.
The fund’s total assets as of January 8, 2026, stood at ¥80,818 million, representing a decrease from ¥99,039 million reported as of July 8, 2025. This reduction was largely attributed to a decline in equity holdings, which fell from ¥98,062 million to ¥79,180 million over the same period. Cash and deposits also saw a drop, contributing to the overall reduction in total assets. Meanwhile, liabilities decreased slightly from ¥547 million to ¥1,487 million, resulting in net assets of ¥79,330 million as of January 8, 2026, compared to ¥98,492 million as of July 8, 2025.
Regarding the creation and exchange activity during this period, the number of issued units dropped significantly from 45,487 thousand units to 46,413 thousand units. Creation activities were particularly active, with 31,415 thousand new units created against exchanges of 30,584 thousand units. The net asset value per 100 units increased from ¥208,474 to ¥252,520, reflecting improved valuation despite the overall decrease in total assets.
In terms of dividend payments, the fund commenced distributing dividends starting February 16, 2026, offering ¥4,500 per 100 units, marking a substantial increase from the previous period's ¥1,000 per 100 units. These distributions will be based on the fund's earnings and surplus, with the scheduled date for submitting the securities report set for March 25, 2026.
Hiroyasu Koike, President & CEO of Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd., emphasized the importance of these adjustments in maintaining the fund's alignment with its climate-focused mandate while ensuring robust returns for investors.
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