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The MLC Global Private
Equity Fund

The MLC Global Private Equity Fund offers access to a well-diversified portfolio of carefully selected private equity opportunities. The Fund has a mature portfolio from inception, with a range of investments across multiple vintages at various stages of maturity, and is continually seeking and participating in additional investment opportunities.

Fund facts

The Fund invests in a portfolio of private equity funds and co-investments that we believe have the potential for transformation and growth.

To select and access these opportunities, we use our proven approach and our deep and long-term partnerships with specialist private equity managers globally. These relationships, developed over decades, provide access to businesses with the potential for transformation and the opportunity to unlock value – for the businesses we invest in and for investors in the Fund.

Fund objective

To provide capital growth over the long term by investing in a diverse range of global private equity assets.

Fund start date

30 September 2022

Platform availability

Expand Extra, BT Panorama, CFS Edge, First Wrap, HUB24, Macquarie Wrap, Netwealth, North, Powerwrap, Praemium and Rhythm

Ratings

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  • The Zenith Investment Partners (ABN 27 103 132 672, AFS Licence 226872) (“Zenith”) rating (assigned February 2023) referred to in this piece is limited to “General Advice” (s766B Corporations Act 2001) for Wholesale clients only. This advice has been prepared without taking into account the objectives, financial situation or needs of any individual, including target markets of financial products, where applicable, and is subject to change at any time without prior notice. It is not a specific recommendation to purchase, sell or hold the relevant product(s). Investors should seek independent financial advice before making an investment decision and should consider the appropriateness of this advice in light of their own objectives, financial situation and needs. Investors should obtain a copy of, and consider the PDS or offer document before making any decision and refer to the full Zenith Product Assessment available on the Zenith website. Past performance is not an indication of future performance. Zenith usually charges the product issuer, Fund manager or related party to conduct Product Assessments. Full details regarding Zenith’s methodology, ratings definitions and regulatory compliance are available on our Product Assessments and at Fund Research Regulatory Guidelines.

    The rating issued October 2023 is published by Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561 AFSL 421 445 (Lonsec). Ratings are general advice only, and have been prepared without taking account of your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider your personal circumstances, read the product disclosure statement and seek independent financial advice before investing. The rating is not a recommendation to purchase, sell or hold any product. Past performance information is not indicative of future performance. Ratings are subject to change without notice and Lonsec assumes no obligation to update. Lonsec uses objective criteria and receives a fee from the Fund Manager. Visit lonsec.com.au for ratings information and to access the full report. © 2023 Lonsec. All rights reserved.

    The rating contained in this document is issued by SQM Research Pty Ltd ABN 93 122 592 036 AFSL 421913. SQM Research is an investment research firm that undertakes research on investment products exclusively for its wholesale clients, utilising a proprietary review and star rating system. The SQM Research star rating system is of a general nature and does not take into account the particular circumstances or needs of any specific person. The rating may be subject to change at any time. Only licensed financial advisers may use the SQM Research star rating system in determining whether an investment is appropriate to a person’s particular circumstances or needs. You should read the product disclosure statement and consult a licensed financial adviser before making an investment decision in relation to this investment product. SQM Research receives a fee from the Fund Manager for the research and rating of the managed investment scheme.

Investment 
horizon

7 - 10 years

Minimum 
investment

$20,000 (Class A)
$250,000 (Class B)

Liquidity

Limited liquidity

The Fund may offer some limited liquidity. However, the Fund is not appropriate for investors who may require access to capital on demand.

MLC intends to make withdrawal offers monthly, however this is not guaranteed. A total of up to 5% of the prior quarter net asset value of the Fund may be available for withdrawal each quarter. The minimum withdrawal request is $5,000.

Please refer to the PDS for Class A, and if wholesale client, the Information Memorandum for Class B for details on how redemptions are treated.

Fund performance

We take a disciplined approach to discovering, selecting and investing private equity opportunities. Our focus is on investing where we see high potential for delivering attractive returns to our investors, while also managing risks.

Monthly investment update

Quarterly investment update

Annual financial report

How to invest

Before you invest in the MLC Global Private Equity Fund, please read all the information provided on this page and complete the relevant application forms as instructed below.

  • Step 1 : Check the Fund is suitable for you

    The minimum amount to invest in Class A of the MLC Global Private Equity Fund is $20,000.

    The MLC Global Private Equity Fund is available for investment by Australian residents only and not for residents of any other jurisdiction. The information on this website is general in nature and does not take into account any investor’s objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making an investment decision in relation to Class A of the MLC Global Private Equity Fund, investors should consider the PDS and whether investing in the product is suitable to their own circumstances.

    This Fund may be suitable for you if you are looking to:

    • Diversify your investment portfolio by allocating a portion to a product with exposure to private equity and a high-risk, high-return profile.
    • Pursue potentially high long-term returns while accepting high risk.
    • Tolerate the possibility of capital loss.
    • Not rely on investment income.
    • Understand that withdrawals are subject to MLC's liquidity offers, which are not guaranteed.

    Step 2 : Read Fund documents

    To invest in the MLC Global Private Equity Fund directly you must have received the Fund's PDS within Australia and be a resident in Australia.

    Fund documents

    Direct investment

    Indirect investment

    Available on the following investment platforms:

    Expand Extra, BT Panorama, CFS Edge, First Wrap, HUB24 (IDPS only), Macquarie Wrap, Netwealth, North, Powerwrap, Praemium and Rhythm.

    Please contact us to discuss when and whether the Fund will be available via your preferred investment platform.

  • Are you a wholesale (Class B) client?

    This information is only intended for ‘wholesale clients’ as defined under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (‘Act’), including but not limited to:

    (a) Financial services licensees, bodies regulated by the Australian Prudential Authority (APRA), trustees of superannuation Funds, approved deposit Funds, pooled superannuation trusts and public sector superannuation schemes where the Fund, trust or scheme has net assets of at least $10 million, as well as a person who has or controls gross assets of at least $10 million (including any assets held by an associate or under a trust that the person manages);

    (b) A person or entity that has obtained a qualified accountant’s certificate (within the last 6 months) stating they have net assets of at least $2.5 million, or a gross income for each of the last two financial years of at least $250,000.

    If you are unsure whether you qualify as a wholesale client, please seek legal advice. By continuing to receive the information contained on the following part of the website you represent and warrant that:

    • You are a wholesale client under the Act; and
    • You acknowledge that the information contained on this part of this website is intended for wholesale clients only and must not be distributed, directly or indirectly, to retail clients as defined under the Act; and
    • You acknowledge that the information contained on this part of this website is being presented solely for your general information and you agree to keep such information strictly confidential and not disclose, disseminate, reproduce or redistribute the information, in whole or in part, for any purpose.

    Step 1 : Check the Fund is suitable for you

    The minimum amount to invest in Class B of the MLC Global Private Equity Fund is $250,000.

    The MLC Global Private Equity Fund is available for investment by Australian residents only and not for residents of any other jurisdiction. The information on this website is general in nature and does not take into account any investor’s objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making an investment decision in relation to Class B of the MLC Global Private Equity Fund, investors should consider the Information Memorandum and whether investing in the product is suitable to their own circumstances.

    This Fund is suitable for you if you are looking to:

    • Diversify your investment portfolio by allocating a portion to a product with exposure to private equity and a high-risk, high-return profile.
    • Pursue potentially high long-term returns while accepting high risk.
    • Tolerate the possibility of capital loss.
    • Not rely on investment income.
    • Understand that withdrawals are subject to MLC's liquidity offers, which are not guaranteed.

    Step 2 : Read Fund documents

    Please read the Information Memorandum prior to completing and following instructions in the application form.

    Fund documents:

    Direct investment

    Indirect investment

    Available on the following investment platforms:

    Expand Extra, BT Panorama, CFS Edge, First Wrap, HUB24 (IDPS only), Macquarie Wrap, Netwealth, North, Powerwrap, Praemium and Rhythm

    Please contact us to discuss when and whether the Fund will be available via your preferred investment platform.

Got questions?

For further information about investing in the Fund, please contact your financial adviser or a member of our relationships team.

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