Janus Henderson Group plc (ASX: JHG) – Distribution Announcement Number Two 2026

JPMorgan Asset Management has announced estimated distributions for six of its premium income focused ETFs listed on the ASX, with payouts ranging from approximately 20 cents per unit to over 54 cents per unit for the November 2026 distribution period. These complex ETFs employ option overlay strategies to generate income while seeking capital appreciation, and the distributions reflect this income generation approach across global equities and hedged alternatives.

The Nasdaq-focused JPEQ leads the distribution table at 54.4713 cents per unit, with its hedged counterpart JPHQ coming in at 50.3729 cents per unit. The broader global equity offerings show lower distribution levels, with JEGA at 20.8424 cents and its hedged version JHGA at 20.3814 cents per unit. The domestic equity focused JEPI and JHPI sit between these ranges at 27.9244 and 26.0414 cents respectively. These differences reflect the varying market conditions, volatility levels, and option pricing dynamics across the different underlying equity markets that each fund targets.

JPMorgan describes these distribution amounts as estimates only. Market movements and capital flows into and out of each fund could materially alter the final distribution amounts, which JPMorgan is scheduled to confirm on 17 November 2026. The company also emphasizes that these estimates do not represent guarantees that distributions will be paid at all for the distribution period.

The distribution timeline provides several important dates for unitholders. The ex-date falls on 16 November 2026, with the record date on 17 November 2026. To receive the distribution, investors must hold units on the record date. Payments are scheduled to arrive on 3 December 2026. Unitholders can participate in JPMorgan’s distribution reinvestment plan if they wish to compound their returns by purchasing additional units with their distribution income, provided they lodge the relevant election form or electronic notification by 5:00 p.m. Sydney time on the record date.

For investors with dividend reinvestment plans or those who wish to transfer proceeds to bank accounts, account details should be verified with MUFG Corporate Markets, which acts as the share registrar. This can be updated online or by calling 1800 576 100 before the record date. Investors should monitor the updated distribution announcement scheduled for 16 November 2026, where JPMorgan will confirm final distribution amounts and provide any relevant clarifications. Given that these are complex ETFs employing derivative strategies to generate income, the differential between estimated and final distributions could be material depending on market volatility and equity price movements over the coming week. This announcement is price sensitive and has been flagged as material by the ASX.

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About Janus Henderson Group plc (ASX: JHG)

Janus Henderson is a global asset management company headquartered in London that provides investment management services to institutional, retail, and high net worth clients. The company manages approximately AU$483.8 billion in assets across active equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative investment strategies. It operates through subsidiaries offering financial products and services under the Janus Henderson Investors brand and is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Australian Stock Exchange.