Datt Absolute Return Fund

The Datt Absolute Return Fund is designed to play a stabilising role within an investor portfolio. Rather than seeking maximum exposure to market movements, the Fund focuses on reducing volatility and limiting the risk of permanent capital loss.

It is commonly used alongside traditional equity and growth allocations to help smooth portfolio outcomes across market cycles, particularly during periods of market stress. The emphasis is on preserving capital first while delivering consistent, risk managed outcomes over time.

Capital preservation is central to the Fund’s investment process. Every investment decision begins with an assessment of downside risk before any potential return is considered.

Risk is managed through disciplined position sizing, liquidity analysis, and a focus on balance sheet strength and valuation support. The Fund avoids excessive leverage, limits exposure to correlated risks, and holds cash when the risk reward profile across markets is unattractive. This approach prioritises resilience over short term performance outcomes.

The Absolute Return strategy is implemented through a concentrated, high conviction portfolio of Australian listed investments. The Fund is not constrained by benchmarks, sector weights, or market capitalisation.

Capital is allocated where the most compelling risk adjusted opportunities are identified across equities, special situations, and fixed income. The portfolio remains flexible, with the ability to adjust exposures or hold cash as market conditions change. This allows the strategy to operate independently of broader market direction.

Unlike traditional equity funds that are managed relative to a benchmark, the Datt Absolute Return Fund targets absolute outcomes. Performance is not measured against an index, and capital is not allocated based on index weights.

The strategy prioritises capital preservation and risk control, with the objective of delivering more consistent outcomes across different market environments rather than maximising returns during rising markets.

The Fund is available to wholesale and professional investors as defined under the Corporations Act 2001. This generally includes individuals who meet the income or asset thresholds, such as 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 in the Datt Absolute Return Fund is $100,000. Investors must meet the relevant eligibility requirements and read the Fund’s Information Memorandum before investing. The Fund is available to eligible investors in Australia and New Zealand only.