Our Fund
Australia's #1 alternative fund in 2025 by Morningstar, built to preserve capital and deliver consistent, risk-managed returns for wholesale investors.
The Datt Absolute Return Fund is an actively managed, high-conviction Australian equity fund designed for wholesale investors who prioritise capital preservation over benchmark-relative performance.
Unlike traditional equity funds, the Fund is not constrained by index weights or sector allocations. Instead, capital is deployed only where the risk-adjusted opportunity is compelling, and held in cash when it isn't.
As of April 2026, the Fund has achieved:
Every decision starts with assessing downside risk. The Fund holds cash when markets don't offer compelling opportunities, protecting capital before compounding it.
Performance is measured against an absolute benchmark (RBA Cash Rate + 5%). The objective is positive, consistent returns across all market conditions, not benchmark-beating performance.
A concentrated portfolio of 10 to 20 ASX-listed positions, constructed without reference to index weights or benchmark constraints. Capital is allocated where conviction is strongest.
Proprietary, in-house research independent of broker recommendations. Every position is built on original analysis of balance sheet strength, valuation, and identifiable catalysts.
As of March 2026, the Datt Absolute Return Fund has delivered a net return of +184.98% since inception, ranking in the top decile of their respective peer groups and outperforming their industry benchmarks.
The Fund’s performance objective is to deliver consistent, risk-managed outcomes over a full market cycle, with a strong emphasis on protecting capital during periods of market stress.
If you would like access to past Absolute Return Fund performance reports, please contact us directly.
Periods
1
Month
3
Months
1
Year
3
Years
5
Years
Since
Inception (p.a)
Since
Inception
The Fund
-2.13%
-17.44%
-8.24%
13.45%
11.62%
14.19%
178.91%
Benchmark
0.75%
2.22%
9.13%
13.45%
8.24%
7.42%
73.94%
Net Value
-2.88%
-19.66%
-17.37%
3.97%
3.38%
6.77%
104.97%
The details above are indicative and should be read in conjunction with any Information Memorandum (IM) which may be available upon request.
Key Fund Details
Description
Name
Datt Capital Absolute Return Fund
Investment Manager
Datt Capital
Trustee & Fund Administrator
Fundhost
Custodian
HSBC
Auditors
Ernst & Young
Benchmark
RBA Cash Rate + 5% (Index Unaware)
Asset Class
Long-only, Australian assets
Leverage
None
Minimum Subscription
$100,000 and only open to investors considered "wholesale investors" under Section s761g of the Corporations Act.
Redemptions
Monthly
Distribution Frequency
Annual
Management Fees
1.03%
Performance Fees
20.5% above Benchmark
Platform ailability
Hub24 IDPS, Mason Stevens IDPS, and Netwealth IDPS
APIR
FHT3309AU
Details
Description
Name
Datt Capital Absolute Return Fund
Investment Manager
Datt Capital
Trustee & Fund
Administrator
Fundhost
Custodian
HSBC
Auditors
Ernst & Young
Benchmark
RBA Cash Rate + 5% (Index Unaware)
Asset Class
Long-only, Australian assets
Leverage
None
Minimum Subscription
$100,000 and only open to investors considered "wholesale investors" under Section s761g of the Corporations Act.
Redemptions
Monthly
Distribution Frequency
Annual
Management
Fees
1.025%
Performance
Fees
20.5% above Benchmark
Platform Availability
Hub24 IDPS, Mason Stevens IDPS, and Netwealth IDPS
APIR
FHT3309AU
The details above are indicative and should be read in conjunction with any Information Memorandum (IM) which may be available upon request.
Open to wholesale and sophisticated investors in Australia and New Zealand only. Minimum investment $100,000.
You can invest in the Datt Absolute Return Fund directly through our secure online application. To get started, simply click below.
Invest OnlineThe Fund is also available through the following investment platforms:
To invest via these platforms, please contact your platform financial adviser. For further information about our Fund offerings, contact our Head of Distribution, Daniel Liptak, at 0419 004 524 or via email at daniel@datt.com.au.
The Datt Absolute Return Fund is designed to play a stabilising role within a wholesale investor's portfolio. Rather than maximising exposure to market movements, the Fund focuses on reducing volatility and limiting the risk of permanent capital loss. It is commonly held alongside traditional equity and growth allocations to smooth outcomes across market cycles, particularly during periods of market stress.
Capital preservation is central to every investment decision. Risk is managed through disciplined position sizing, liquidity analysis, and a focus on balance sheet strength and valuation support. The Fund avoids leverage, limits exposure to correlated risks, and holds cash when available opportunities do not meet the Fund's risk-reward criteria. Resilience is prioritised over short-term performance.
The Fund maintains a concentrated, high-conviction portfolio of Australian listed investments, unconstrained by benchmarks, sector weights, or market capitalisation. Capital is allocated wherever the most compelling risk-adjusted opportunities are identified. The portfolio adjusts exposures or moves to cash as market conditions change.
Traditional equity funds are managed relative to a benchmark, meaning performance is measured against an index rather than on an absolute basis. The Datt Absolute Return Fund targets absolute outcomes. Capital is not allocated based on index weights, and the focus is on delivering consistent, positive returns across different market environments rather than maximising gains in rising markets.
The Fund is available to wholesale and sophisticated investors under the Corporations Act 2001, generally those with annual income of at least $250,000 for the past two financial years, or net assets of $2.5 million or more. The minimum investment is $100,000. Investors must meet the relevant eligibility requirements and review the Fund's Information Memorandum before investing. The Fund is available to eligible investors in Australia and New Zealand only.
Investment Excellence with a Proven Edge
Datt Capital Pty Ltd
ABN 37 124 330 865
AFSL 542100
390 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
© COPYRIGHT 2025. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Datt Capital Pty Ltd
ABN 37 124 330 865
AFSL 542100
390 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
© COPYRIGHT 2026. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
The information on this website is prepared and issued by Datt Capital Pty Ltd (ABN 37 124 330 865 AFSL 542100) (Datt Capital). The information is intended for wholesale clients within the meaning of section 761G or 761GA of the Corporations act 2001 (Cth) (Corporations Act) and must not be made available to any persons that are “retail clients” for the purpose of the Corporations Act.
Datt Capital is the investment manager of The Datt Capital Absolute Return Fund (Fund) which is available to wholesale investors only. Fundhost Limited (ABN 69092 517 087 AFSL 233045) (Fundhost) is the issuer and trustee of the Fund. An investment in the Fund will only be available through a valid application form attached to the information memorandum. Before making any decision to make or hold any investment in the Fund you should consider the information memorandum in full. The information contained on this website or in any email is not intended for distribution to, or use by, any person or entity in any jurisdiction or country where such distribution or use would be contrary to law or regulation, or which would subject Datt Capital or Fundhost Limited to any registration or other requirement within such jurisdiction or country. Datt Capital may provide general information to help you understand our investment approach. Any financial advice we provide has not considered your personal circumstances and may not be suitable for you. To the extent permitted by law, Datt Capital and Fundhost, their officers, employees, consultants, advisers and authorised representatives, are not liable for any loss or damage arising as a result of any reliance placed on this document. Information has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but we do not represent it is accurate or complete, and it should not be relied upon as such. Datt Capital and Fundhost do not guarantee investment performance or distributions, and the value of your investment may rise or fall. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance.
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