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Commentary

September quarter 2016

Contents

Australian Shares 3

International Shares 10

Australian Fixed Income 12

International Fixed Income 12

Credit 15

Cash 17

Australian Property 20

International Property 22

Active Balanced 25

Performance as at 30 September 2016 28

Fund Manager Commentary – September quarter 2016 3

Australian Shares

BT Wholesale Core Australian Share Fund

Market review

The S&P/ASX 300 Accumulation Index saw another quarter of sizeable swings to finish the period

5.2% higher. The bulk of these gains were attributable to the best July in size years as ‘Brexit’ fears

subsided. Speculation over supportive central bank activity also offered an updraft and helped lift the

S&P 500, NASDAQ and FTSE 100 to fresh record highs.

At the global macro level, investor attention remained focused on comments from Fed officials. With

rates unchanged over the quarter, Chairwoman Yellen steered market expectations towards a

December hike. This was alongside robust labour market data that included at 287,000 jump in the

closely-watched Non-Farm Payrolls report for July.

Across the Atlantic, the ECB left investors lacking confidence after it revealed an apparent absence of

plans post QE. In contrast, the Bank of England was cheered by markets after cutting the cash rate to

0.25% and unveiling a 170 billion pound stimulus package.

Turning the Asia, equity markets responded positively to the re-election of Shinzo Abe and promises

of further fiscal reform. The Bank of Japan’s new yield targeting measure was also seen as a

constructive move. Meanwhile in neighbouring China, strong economic data from the world’s largest

commodity consumer helped propel a rebound in base metal, coal and iron ore prices. Other areas of

the commodities complex endured significant swings, including crude oil (WTI: -0.2%) and gold

(-0.5%).

At home, the RBA cut rates to a new record low of 1.5% during the quarter and waved goodbye to

Glenn Stevens as Governor of the Board. Stevens cited sliding inflation as part of the rationale for

easing policy further, which was reflected in second quarter CPI data. Other economic data was more

constructive with the unemployment rate dropping 0.2% to 5.6% and GDP expanding 3.3% year-on-

year. The resilient local data and strong Chinese figures helped the AUD shrug off the rate cut to

finish 2.9% higher against its US counterpart.

Sector-wise, the Materials (+13.9%) space was the standout performer which was largely attributable

to the significant price gains for the miners’ key commodity exports. At the other end of the spectrum,

the ‘rate-sensitive’ areas including Telecommunications (-6.4%), Utilities (-2.3%) and REITs (-1.9%)

were the worst performers. This was driven by a significant recovery in global government bond rates,

which followed from 10 year yields in Australia and the US hitting new record lows early in the quarter.


Finally from a stock-specific standpoint, investors were afforded an array of cues from the FY16

reporting season. Overall, results were underwhelming and earnings expectations for the broader

market were revised lower by -0.4%. There were numerous highlights including severe

disappointments and share price drops from CSL and QBE, while on the other side of the coin

Treasury Wine (TWE) and JB Hi-Fi (JBH) surprised on the upside. The former also featured in

noteworthy capital markets activity during the quarter with its deal to acquire rival retailer The Good

Guys.

Portfolio performance

The BT Wholesale Core Australian Share Fund returned 4.42% (post-fee, pre-tax) in the September

quarter 2016, underperforming its benchmark by 0.82%.

The portfolio made solid gains in the third quarter, although it lagged the index due primarily to the

effect of resources. The latter continues to benefit from an improvement in key commodity prices, with

some signs of supply discipline emerging in industries such as coal, while Chinese stimulus continues

to prop up demand. The S&P/ASX 300 Resources index posted a 12.9% gain for the quarter as a

result, outperforming the S&P/ASX 300 by 7.7%. The underweight in South32, Fortescue Metals and

BHP Billiton dragged on performance, although this was at least partly offset by the position in Rio

Tinto.

Contributors

ANZ, ANZ, OW, +14.6%

Shares in ANZ (+14.6%) enjoyed a strong recovery and ended the quarter higher despite a brief mid-

month pullback during September. Investor sentiment towards the major banks has become more

constructive in recent months as concerns over capital adequacy, a housing bust and intense

mortgage competition ameliorate. As these hurdles are cleared we see further upside for the sector,

which is at a multi-decade valuations discount to industrials. Within the area, ANZ is particularly

attractive based partly on the turnaround measures already undertaken and potential for continued

cost-outs.

Qantas, QAN, OW, +12.9%

Shares in Australia’s national carrier, Qantas (+12.9%), staged a healthy rebound over the quarter.

This was largely achieved in July alongside the pullback in the price of crude oil. The airliner also

reported a record pre-tax profit in August of $1.5 billion. While management had warned of softer

domestic demand it will manage capacity accordingly. At the same time, the international business

has performed well. Considering that revenues are on a firmer footing and significant cost-outs are

still yet to be achieved, we expect sizeable returns to shareholders and believe there is significant

upside for its share price.


Macquarie Group, MQG, OW, +18.9%

A well-received first quarter FY17 earnings update released at the end of July offered an uplift for

Macquarie Group (MQG) through the quarter. The result was accompanied by reaffirmed earnings

guidance at its AGM. Management expects its full year result to be broadly in line with what was a

record period in FY16. We expect the diversified financials player will benefit further from asset sales

and lower for longer rates. Its stock also remains attractive from a valuations standpoint.

Detractors

Twenty First Century Fox, FOX, -11.0%

A string of negative developments dragged shares in shares in Twenty First Century Fox (-11.0%)

lower over the quarter. This included a disappointing earnings result with the media giant reporting

earnings of US$2.76 billion for the full year, with a significant drag from foreign exchange movements.

We note that excluding the FX impact, earnings growth was actually in the low double digits.

Additionally, the poor performance of its film division was tied to the timing of key features that are set

to be released in FY17, which should help the area turn around. Expectations for robust affiliate fee

growth are also encouraging. Overall, we believe FOX remains attractive with a low earnings multiple

and solid growth prospects.

South 32, S32, +57.4%

A continued rebound in prices of its key commodity exports helped South 32 (+57.4%) maintain a

strong upward trajectory over the quarter. This included nickel prices, which benefited from

speculation over further mine closures in the Philippines, which accounts for roughly half of the

metal’s global production. The impressive increase in the price of coking coal also offered an updraft

for the stock. We recognise these developments have improved the outlook for the miner, however

valuations remain more attractive for rivals like Rio Tinto (RIO).

GPT Group, GPT, -6.5%

GPT (-6.5%) shares finished the quarter lower as the property group suffered alongside its peers in

the REITs space as bond yields tracked higher. In terms of company-specific news flow, management

unveiled a $2.1 billion plan to develop its shopping mall portfolio. This included an expansion of its

flagship Highpoint Shopping Centre in Melbourne’s West, which underwent a $300 million

redevelopment in 2013. It also increased its interest in the GPT Wholesale Shopping Centre Fund by

$157 million, bringing its share up to 25.3% from 20.2%. Going forward, we acknowledge the risks

posed by a continued run up in bond yields, however we believe GPT will outperform its REITs peers.

Strategy & Outlook

We have been neutralising our previous moderate underweight exposure to resources via a reduction

in our BHP Billiton underweight over recent weeks. While the underlying fundamentals for key

commodities such as iron ore have not returned to full health, Chinese economic policy remains the


major driver of commodity prices over the next six to twelve months. While such signals as there are

suggest that the Chinese government will continue to stimulate in the near term, the degree of

uncertainty and opacity is such that we would be cautious on chasing commodity stocks from here,

hence our neutral exposure.

The defining feature of the quarter is the possibility that we are seeing a shift in performance

leadership. The defensive bond-sensitives which have done well for several years - and then surged

again over the year-to-date – have been underperforming over the past two months. The macro

theme supporting their re-rating – persistently declining bond yields – may have reached its nadir as

signs emerge that central banks are re-thinking their flirtation with negative yields and are instead

turning to fiscal policy as the engine for further growth. While yields may not rise much from here, the

lack of any further compression removes a degree of support for highly-valued defensives and at the

moment the momentum in that trade is waning. This was reflected in the beneficial effects of our

underweight in some high profile defensives, including Transurban and Scentre Group.

At the same time, the recent reporting season demonstrated that the market is demanding more from

some previously-loved high growth stocks, several of which have underperformed after disappointing

the market. Meanwhile, some previously unloved stocks which were able to demonstrate some

resilience or signs of a turnaround have done relatively well; ANZ and Qantas providing pertinent

examples within the portfolio. Crucially, the stock price reaction may be exacerbated by the

historically extreme divergence in valuations between the cheapest and most expensive stocks.

In short, it is potentially a good environment for the Fund’s strategy. As the impact of broad market

trends wanes, stock-specific factors come to the fore. Some companies are well set to navigate what

remains a challenging economic environment – others face more challenges, either due to the nature

of their industry or the strategy employed by management. This plays to our strengths of a large team

of analysts with deep insight into industry dynamics and corporate management and strategy.


Australian Shares

BT Wholesale Smaller Companies Fund

Market review

The S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Index experienced another quarter of sizeable swings to finish the

period 8.5% higher. The bulk of these gains were attributable to the best July in size years as ‘Brexit’

fears subsided. Speculation over supportive central bank activity also offered an updraft and helped

lift the S&P 500, NASDAQ and FTSE 100 to fresh record highs.

At the global macro level, investor attention remained focused on comments from Fed officials. With

rates unchanged over the quarter, Chairwoman Yellen steered market expectations towards a

December hike. This was alongside robust labour market data that included a 287,000 jump in the

closely-watched Non-Farm Payrolls report for July.

Across the Atlantic, the ECB left investors lacking confidence after it revealed an apparent absence of

plans post QE. In contrast, the Bank of England was cheered by markets after cutting the cash rate to

0.25% and unveiling a 170 billion pound stimulus package.

Turning the Asia, equity markets responded positively to the re-election of Shinzo Abe and promises

of further fiscal reform. The Bank of Japan’s new yield targeting measure was also seen as a

constructive move. Meanwhile in neighbouring China, strong economic data from the world’s largest

commodity consumer helped propel a rebound in base metal, coal and iron ore prices. Other areas of

the commodities complex endured significant swings, including crude oil (WTI: -0.2%) and gold

(-0.5%).



easing policy further, which was reflected in second quarter CPI data. Other economic data was more

constructive with the unemployment rate dropping 0.2% to 5.6% and GDP expanding 3.3% year-on-

year. The resilient local data and strong Chinese figures helped the AUD shrug off the rate cut to

finish 2.9% higher against its US counterpart.

Sector-wise, the Materials (+13.9%) space was the standout performer which was largely attributable

to the significant price gains for the miners’ key commodity exports. At the other end of the spectrum,

the ‘rate-sensitive’ areas including Telecommunications (-6.4%), Utilities (-2.3%) and REITs (-1.9%)

were the worst performers. This was driven by a significant recovery in global government bond rates,

which followed from 10 year yields in Australia and the US hitting new record lows early in the quarter.



The BT Wholesale Smaller Companies Fund rose 7.22% (post-fee, pre-tax) over the September

quarter, underperforming its benchmark the S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries Accumulation Index by

1.28%.

The small cap portfolio posted decent gains in the third quarter, with strong contributions from New

Zealand-based vitamins producer Vitaco and Cleanaway Waste Management, among others.

Performance lagged the index due primarily to the underweight position in Whitehaven Coal and

underperformance from a few core positions. The latter included Mantra Group and Village

Roadshow, both of which weakened in the first weeks of the quarter, before recovering to be among

the better performers in September

Contributors

Cleanaway Waste Management (CWY) (Overweight)

CWY delivered strong results in August, with revenue growing 5.1% in FY16 which, allied with the

company’s recent focus on cost control, saw underlying profit after tax increase 38.5% and the

company move from a statutory loss to profit. The stock surged given muted market expectations,

based on a recent history of poorer quality results. The benefits of the company’s streamlining and

simplification programme have become apparent in this result, which came against a reasonably

challenging economic backdrop for the business.

Fletcher Building (FBU) (Overweight)

New Zealand-based construction firm Fletcher Building (FBU) posted a 71% gain in net earnings for

FY16, backed by strong improvements in operating earnings and cash flow. Both the New Zealand

and Australian divisions enjoyed decent growth in operating earnings. Looking forward, management

cited strong demand for residential construction in Auckland as a key driver of profit growth in FY17,

even as work in Christchurch in the wake of the 2011 earthquake tails off.

Detractors

Whitehaven Coal (WHC) (Overweight)

Whitehaven released a quarterly production update which showed volumes, prices and product mix

(coking coal versus cheaper thermal coal) had all improved. The coal price continued to strengthen,

driving coal producers higher. The key driver here is constrained supply, as the Chinese authorities

have slashed their production calendar in order to both support the profitability of the sector and in

response to social concerns over environmental pollution. As with most issues related to Chinese

policy, there is very little visibility as to how long this will last. In the meantime, Whitehaven is certainly


improving from an operational and balance sheet perspective, although this is largely reflected in a

stock price which has already run very hard.

Japara Healthcare (JHC) (Overweight)

The aged care sector has seen a valuation de-rating in recent months as noise from the government

suggest they may be revisiting their approach in terms of funding and legislation, increasing

complexity and uncertainty around the regulatory environment. Japara’s underlying earnings outlook

remains robust and we expect that as clarity emerges around the government’s approach it should

help support the sector given the structural tailwinds of an ageing population and supply shortage of

aged care beds.

Strategy & Outlook

The small cap sector is at an interesting juncture following a year of strong outperformance – and one

that demands a very stock-specific approach to the market. The premium placed upon growth stocks,

in an otherwise low-growth environment, has driven some stocks to the point where it is increasingly

difficult to justify quite heady valuation ratings. This was demonstrated in the most recent reporting

season where several high-profile and previously loved stocks fell dramatically after disappointing

investor expectations. When coupled with a correction in defensive bond-sensitive stocks, also from

high valuations in many instances, it leaves some pockets of small cap land looking very vulnerable.

They key is to identify these while identify those areas which combine a decent outlook with a

reasonable valuation.

As we see signs that the momentum in bond-sensitives may be waning – given central banks seem to

be backing away from their flirtation with negative yields – the resource trade remains the key macro-

thematic in the small cap sector. While Chinese policy remains supportive, key commodity prices are

unlikely to collapse, allowing highly-leveraged small cap miners to churn out decent cash flow and

repair balance sheets. The key question is how long Chinese policy remains supportive – for once

that strut disappears the supply and demand fundamentals underpinning iron ore and several other

commodities could potentially normalise, placing downward pressure on prices.

For this reason, we are not chasing resource stocks from this point. As always, we have positioned

the portfolio to benefit from those areas where we have greater degrees of visibility and conviction in

outcomes. There are attractive stocks and pockets in the small cap market at the moment. We like

companies such as Bapcor, which is driving growth through consolidation in the auto parts industry.

We also like Technology One, which is a great example of an Australian company establishing a

global presence via a niche technology platform.


International Shares

BT Wholesale Core Global Share Fund

Market review

Examining developments at the global macro level, investor attention remained closely focused on

comments from US Federal Reserve officials. With no change in rates through the quarter

Chairwoman Yellen steered market expectations towards a hike in December. This was alongside

robust labour market data that included a 287,000 jump in the closely-watched US Non-Farm Payrolls

report released in July. More forward-looking indicators of the economy also supported a relatively

bright picture with a key gauge of service sector activity hitting a seven month high during the quarter.

Across the Atlantic, anticipation of an announcement for renewed stimulus from the ECB helped

support investor sentiment. Ultimately, President Draghi disappointed with little indication that the

Governing Council had discussed plans post their quantitative easing programme due to conclude

early next year. Meanwhile in neighbouring Britain, the Bank of England unveiled a fresh round of

asset purchases to the tune of 170 billion Pounds and slashed the cash rate to 0.25%. This followed

in the wake of June’s surprise ‘Brexit’ victory, where effects were later reflected in a significant

deterioration in economic activity surveys.

In Asia, equity markets responded positively to the re-election of Shinzo Abe and the Liberal

Democratic Party’s promises of further fiscal reforms. Anticipation of new easing measures from the

Bank of Japan also captured headlines with Governor Kuroda later unveiling a new policy of targeting

10 year Japanese Government Bond yields. This was in hopes of bringing inflation up to its 2% target

from current levels at -0.5%.

Turning to neighbouring China, strong economic data from the world’s largest commodity consumer

helped propel a rebound in base metal, coal and iron ore prices. Other corners of the commodities

complex endured significant swings throughout the quarter including crude oil. After suffering its worst

month in a year, WTI rebounded to finish only -0.2% lower for the period. This came as traders

contended with supply restraint talks from OPEC and fears of ramped up US onshore production.

Gold was similarly whipsawed around, but at the mercy of shifting US rate rise forecasts, which saw

the yellow metal end lower by only -0.5%.


The BT Wholesale Core Global Share Fund returned 2.71% (post fee, pre-tax) in the September

quarter 2016, outperforming its benchmark by 0.76%.

The Fund outperformed its benchmark over the third quarter of 2016. Outperformance was sourced

from Europe and North America, though in North America strong active returns in the US portfolio


were partially offset by the underperformance of the Canadian portfolio. Developed Asian holdings

finished flat against local benchmarks over the quarter.

In terms of notable thematic performance drivers, the outperformance in Europe was largely driven by

strength in relative-value and investor sentiment signals, outweighing negative contributions by

business quality metrics. In the US market, positive performance was lead by business quality and

relative value signals, outweighing weakness in momentum measures. In Japan, positive results from

relative value and investor sentiment measures were offset by weakness in momentum measures.

The underperformance in Canada was the result of underperformance of relative value signals and

indirect momentum signals, offset somewhat by positive result from direct momentum measures.

Active industry/sector positioning generated a minor loss over the quarter, with the overweight to

Utilities and underweight to Financials the primary sources of underperformance. Outperformance at

the Fund level was due to stock selection within industry groups, with strong results within each of the

Consumer Discretionary, Consumer Staples, Health Care and Industrials sectors all contributing

notably over the quarter.

At a stock level, strongest positive contributions came from overweight positions in: United Airlines, a

major American domestic and international carrier; Hewlett Packard, a US headquartered

multinational information technology company; and Las Vegas Sands Corporation, an American

casino and resort operating company. Largest detractors were overweights in: E. ON, a German

headquartered public utility holding company, operating a portfolio of energy plants across Europe;

Barrick Gold, a global gold miner, headquartered in Canada; and FirstEnergy Corporation, a US

electricity utility.

Strategy & Outlook

Entering October, the largest active sector positions are overweights to Information Technology and

Utilities and underweights to Financials and Energy. Relative to long-term allocations, we remain

mildly tilted towards higher quality companies with positive momentum and away from cheaper

industry peers in Europe, while mildly tilted towards relative value considerations in Japan and the

US.


Australian Fixed Income

BT Wholesale Fixed Interest Fund

Market review

During the quarter Australian three-year bond yields declined by 4 basis points to 1.48% from 1.52%

and ten-year yields fell by 7 basis points from 2.01% to 1.94%, with the 3-10s yield curve flattening to

46 basis points. The Reserve Bank of Australia eased monetary policy by 25 basis points to 1.50% at

its August meeting. In its statement the Reserve Bank noted the global economy is growing at a

slower than average pace while domestically economic growth is continuing at a moderate pace

despite a large decline in business investment. Inflation is expected to remain low for some time, with

low cost pressures globally and subdued wage inflation domestically. Low interest rates have been

supporting domestic demand and the lower exchange rate since 2013 is assisting the export sector.

The Reserve Bank is comfortable with the housing market, noting that more cautious lending and the

increased supply should result in slower price appreciation. Labour market data released during the

quarter reflected the falling unemployment rate however the composition of the number remained

weak. Both growth of housing credit and business credit have slowed over the quarter.


The BT Wholesale Fixed Interest Fund returned 0.66% in the September quarter 2016 (post-fees,

pre-tax), underperforming its benchmark by 0.27%.

The Portfolio underperformed its benchmark over the quarter. The Duration and FX strategies were

the largest detractors from performance in the Alpha overlay, while the Cross-Market and Cross-

Sector strategies added to performance. The Government bond component underperformed its

benchmark with the Duration strategy being the main detractor. The Cross-Market and Yield curve

strategies added to performance. The Credit component outperformed its benchmark with positive

contributions coming from excess accrual and long exposures to Domestic Bank subordinate paper,

Infrastructure, Utilities and Real Estate.

Strategy & Outlook

The Reserve Bank cut the cash rate by 25 basis points at its August meeting and returned to a neutral

stance in the statement thereafter in the quarter. The next key data release that will shape monetary

policy expectations is third quarter inflation, released in late October. Non-inflation related data has

been solid enough not to warrant monetary policy easing: inflation data, particularly first quarter, had

just been too weak for the Reserve Bank to ignore.


International Fixed Income

BT Wholesale Global Fixed Interest Fund

Market review

Central banks remained the centre of attention over the quarter. The FOMC left the federal funds rate

unchanged over the quarter. However, Fed Chair Janet Yellen’s speech at Jackson Hole managed to

raise market expectation of monetary policy tightening by the end of the year. In the United Kingdom

the Bank of England eased by 25 basis points and announced a new Term Funding Scheme to

reinforce the pass-through of the cut. In its Monetary Policy Summary, it was noted that following

Brexit the outlook for growth in the short to medium term had weakened markedly. The Bank of Japan

announced it is adopting Quantitative and Qualitative Monetary Easing (QQE) with yield curve control,

with the aim to get CPI inflation to 2%. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand eased monetary policy by

25 basis points to 2% in August. Over the quarter, US and Japanese bond yields rose by 12 and 13

basis points respectively. UK bond yields declined by 12 basis points. Australian bond yields

outperformed US yields with the spread contracting by 19 basis points. The Australian dollar

appreciated and the trade weighted index rose by 2.24% over the quarter. Equities continued their up-

trend and commodities retraced from the peak made in June.


The BT Wholesale Global Fixed Interest Fund return 0.04% (post-fees, pre-tax), underperforming its

benchmark by 0.18%.

Over the quarter performance of the FX, Yield Curve and Macro strategies were negative whilst the

Cross-Market strategy was positive and the Duration strategy was largely flat. Losses in the FX

strategy were from long USD positions against JPY and ZAR, both of which were stopped out in the

quarter. Losses in the Yield Curve strategy were mainly from USD curve positions, although the

losses were mitigated by gains from EUR curve flatteners. Performance of the Macro strategy was

slightly negative due to tightening of our credit spread trade between the European Senior Financial

and the Main indices. Gains in the Cross-Market strategy were from a long UK Gilts vs US Notes

position which we opened and took profits on during the quarter. Our long Australian vs short US

positions also performed strongly later in the quarter. In the Duration strategy our long duration

positions in the front-end of the New Zealand curve and Swedish front-end performed well over the

quarter. The newly added long duration positions in the Australian and US markets also benefitted

from the rally later in the quarter.


Strategy & Outlook

The Bank of Japan’s new iteration of extraordinary monetary policy to control the yield curve is

inconsistent to its quantitative easing goals. In case of lower inflation, its zero interest rate policy will

be undermined as real interest rates rise. Globally there is no shortage of catalysts that could see risk

aversion increase quickly. The US election is due to be held in early November. The Italian

referendum, due to be held in early December, and the state of the Italian banking system are key

concerns in Europe and likely to result in financial market volatility increasing later in the year. In the

US, the market currently has the Federal Reserve as more likely than not to raise rates further by the

end of the year. Emerging markets have been the beneficiaries of capital inflows as yield starved

investors look to credit markets and emerging markets to generate additional return. A mass unwind

of these positions will see risk aversion rise quickly.


Credit

BT Wholesale Enhanced Credit Fund

Market review

Over the quarter, physical credit market spread to swap moved tighter in line with other risk markets.

The credit market was supported by a continued drive for investor yield and limited new market

supply. A continued concern permeating risk markets has been the lack of liquidity which could result

in significant volatility with significant news events. For the quarter the supporting credit market factor

has been general commodity price stability. Global economic data has been mixed with growth

continuing to soften. Corporate reporting both in the US and domestically has generally missed

expectations.

Throughout the quarter concern remained as to when the US Fed will raise rates and what changes

the ECB could implement in its QE program. Domestically the Reserve Bank dropped the RBA Cash

Rate by 25 basis points in August in response weakening domestic data.

In September concerns arose over a reported US$14 billion DOJ fine discussed with Deutsche Bank

AG for its role in RMBS during the GFC. Given the bank’s comparatively weaker capital and modest

buffer on its ability to pay coupon on its AT1 securities, the market reacted negatively with the bank’s

CDS widening 60 basis points to 255 basis points. Concerns increased over potential heightened

systemic risk if Deutsche Bank became insolvent which could be a catalyst to further market volatility.

Throughout August and September oil markets continued to largely reflect increasing prices and

relative stability compared to earlier periods. Iron ore hovered above US$55 per tonne during the

quarter whilst Brent oil ended above US$50/barrel at quarter end. Metallurgical coal pricing has been

stable as supply from coal mines in China has decreased due to flooding and lack of cost

competitiveness.

During the quarter the strongest performing sector was Resources. In prior quarters this sector had

markedly underperformed the corporate credit index as issuers such as Glencore and BHP had faced

difficult strategic decisions in a weakening commodity market. At the start of the quarter this sector

had an average spread to swap of 165 basis points which tightened 35 basis points over the three

month period.

Over the quarter physical credit and CDS tightened.


The BT Wholesale Enhanced Credit Fund returned 1.26% in the September quarter 2016 (post-fees,

pre-tax), outperforming the benchmark by 0.02%.


Positive performance came from an overweight in infrastructure, utilities and subordinate bank paper.

Negative performance came from swap spread movements.

Activity over the quarter included acquiring utility, infrastructure and finance company bonds.

Strategy & Outlook

Our macro credit view remains neutral. There continues to be near term headwinds as risk markets

continue to perform but exhibit low liquidity increasing the risk of future volatility. Commodity demand

and pricing uncertainty and potential central bank actions represent risks to the downside in the latter

part of calendar 2016. We believe this will continue to make a volatile and uncertain mix in the near

term.

Whilst we maintain a more sanguine longer term view we believe near term volatility could be

encountered and be injurious to credit performance. Risk markets will continue to suffer from

uncertainty and unexpected consequences from events such as Brexit. In addition, continued

commodity price fragility, and shifting expectations on central bank interventions will feed volatility.

Whilst the global growth pulse is waning we continue to be constructive on global growth

underpinning corporate creditworthiness as companies focus on margins with soft top-line conditions.

We remain positive longer-term here.

With near term top-line revenue softness management are at risk of looking to purchase growth

through M&A. Further, companies might consider strategy changes if they are challenged in the

current slow environment. We will continue to maintain a watching brief on any developments.

Accordingly, whilst the near term market tone is weaker we remain cautious albeit positive in our

longer outlook. Domestically we see growth largely dependent on commodity price stability and

housing and we continue to recommend a defensive approach that is flat with any overweights in

operationally resilient sectors such as utilities and infrastructure that provide a higher yield to index

returns as we don’t foresee continued strong compression of spread to swap as experienced in the

prior years.


Cash

BT Wholesale Managed Cash and BT Wholesale Enhanced Cash Funds

Market review

The Reserve Bank of Australia eased monetary policy by 25 basis points at its August meeting, taking

the cash rate to 1.50%. The accompanying statement following each of the Reserve Banks’ meetings

during the quarter was consistent. The Reserve Bank noted the global economy is growing at a lower

than average pace and that whilst actions by Chinese policymakers are supporting the near term

growth outlook, the underlying pace of China’s growth appears to be moderating. Domestically the

Reserve Bank noted that despite a large decline in business investment economic growth is

continuing at a moderate pace. Inflation is expected to remain low for some time, with low cost

pressures globally and subdued wage inflation domestically likely to contain inflationary pressures. In

relation to the housing market, the Reserve Bank noted that supervisory measures have strengthened

lending standards and that some lenders are taking a more cautious approach to some segments of

the market. Dwelling prices have been rising only moderately over the course of the year and are

more likely to remain subdued with the large supply of apartments coming onto the market. The

Reserve Bank view is the likelihood of lower interest rates exacerbating risks in the housing market

has diminished.

On July 7 S&P revised Australia’s AAA Sovereign rating outlook to negative (from stable) across both

its local and foreign currency ratings. This implies a one-in-three chance that the AAA rating will be

lowered within two years and was attributed to a period of protracted fiscal slippage, political gridlock,

and downside risk to revenues from weaker iron ore prices and wages. With the ratings on the

sovereign being placed on negative the ratings outlook on semi government and the Australian major

banks were also placed on negative outlook.

Second quarter inflation data was released in late July with headline inflation in line with expectation,

rising by 0.4%, and resulting in the annual rate increasing by 1.0%. The trimmed mean was slightly

higher than expected at 0.5% for the quarter and 1.7% for the year. The inflation environment is more

than benign enough to warrant further monetary policy easing at the August meeting, which was

subsequently acted upon.

Second quarter gross domestic product, released in early September, was slightly weaker than

expected at 0.5% and resulted in an annual growth rate of 3.3%. Components within the number

showed net trade contracting during the quarter (-0.2%), contributing 2.2% to growth over the past

year. Domestic demand remains weighed down by the fall in mining investment, adding 0.6% to the

quarter and 1.2% for the year.


Central Bank meetings late in the quarter attracted much attention.

The Federal Reserve indicated rate hikes were likely to occur prior to the end of the year. Three

members dissented from the decision, preferring to raise rates by 25 basis points at the meeting. The

statement from the Federal Reserve noted that risks to the economic outlook appear roughly

balanced and the case for hiking has strengthened, but decided to wait for further evidence of

continued progress towards its objectives. Three members also found no further rate hikes this year

to be appropriate. The committee is more split now than it has been for a long time.

Expectations for further monetary policy stimulus from the European Central Bank (ECB) were low,

and the market was still disappointed. The ECB refrained from announcing further policy

accommodation, which was not unexpected, however it was ECB president Mario Draghi refusing to

discuss other options such as changes to the capital key, extension of the QE program or a widening

of the assets that could be purchased that underwhelmed the market. Draghi emphasized the need

for fiscal and regulatory authorities to support economic growth. There is a limit to what monetary

policy can achieve! There is also the damage that negative interest rate policy is inflicting on the

financial and insurance sectors.

The Bank of Japan announced it is adopting Quantitative and Qualitative Monetary Easing (QQE) with

yield curve control. The Bank of Japan will continue to expand the monetary base until CPI inflation

exceeds 2%. The Bank of Japan abandoned the guideline for the average remaining maturity for its

purchases and will adjust purchases of 10 year Japanese Government Bond purchases so the yield

remains around 0%.

In the United Kingdom the Bank of England eased monetary policy by 25 basis points in August,

taking the cash rate to 0.25%. They also announced a new Term Funding Scheme to reinforce the

pass-through of the cut, the purchase of up to GBP10 billion of UK corporate bonds and an expansion

of the asset purchase scheme for UK government bonds of GBP60 billion, taking the total stock of

these asset purchases to GBP435 billion. In its Monetary Policy Summary, the Monetary Policy

Committee (MPC) noted that following the United Kingdom’s vote to leave the European Union the

outlook for growth in the short to medium term has weakened markedly.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand eased monetary policy by 25 basis points to 2% in August. The

market had been pricing in a possibility of a 50 basis point cut occurring and saw short end rates sell

off slightly when only 25 basis points was delivered.

Bond yields were lower over the quarter, with three and ten year bond yields falling by 4 and 7 basis

points respectively to end at 1.48% and 1.94%. Three and six month bank bill yields were 22 and 15

basis points lower at 1.74% and 1.97% and the Australian dollar ended the quarter 3% higher at

0.7663.



Managed Cash

The BT Wholesale Managed Cash Fund returned 0.50% in the September quarter 2016 (post fee,

pre-tax), outperforming its benchmark by 0.02%.

With a higher running yield than the index remains well positioned to outperform. Themes and credit

exposure remain consistent with prior months, with excess spread from A-1 rated issuers likely to be

the main driver of outperformance. The Fund ended the month with a weighted average maturity of 69

days (maximum limit of 70 days). Yields further out the curve continue to offer better relative value

and the weighted average maturity has consistently been longer than benchmark due to this. With

longer dated yields offering better value and with Reserve Bank monetary policy tightening a distant

prospect we will remain longer than benchmark. The Fund is well positioned to continue to outperform

its benchmark.

Enhanced Cash

The BT Wholesale Enhanced Cash Fund returned 0.76% in the September quarter 2016 (post fee,

pre-tax), outperforming its benchmark by 0.28%. Positive performance came from financials, RMBS,

industrials and infrastructure sectors.

Activity during the quarter included investing in domestic bank, infrastructure and industrials sectors

funded out of cash. As at the end of the quarter, the portfolio had a credit spread of 84bps over bank

bills, interest rate duration of 0.13 years and credit spread duration of 1.59 years.

Strategy & Outlook

The Reserve Bank left the cash rate unchanged at its September meeting and had a neutral bias to

the statement. The next key data release that will shape monetary policy expectations is third quarter

inflation, released in late October. Non-inflation related data has been solid enough not to warrant

monetary policy easing: inflation data, particularly first quarter, had just been too weak for the

Reserve Bank to ignore.

There is no lack of catalysts that could see risk aversion increase quickly. The US election is due to

be held in early November. The Italian referendum, due to be held in early December, and the state of

the Italian banking system are key concerns in Europe and likely to result in financial market volatility

increasing later in the year. In the US, the market currently has the Federal Reserve as more likely

than not to raise rates further by the end of the year. Emerging markets have been the beneficiaries of

capital inflows as yield starved investors look to credit markets and emerging markets to generate

additional return. A mass unwind of these positions will see risk aversion rise quickly.


Australian Property

BT Wholesale Property Securities Fund

Market review

The REIT sector generated a total return of -1.9% for the September quarter, underperforming the

broader market which was up 5.1%. Year rolling AREITs have returned 20.8%, outperforming the

broader market by 7.6%. Global REITs (in USD terms) were up 1.5% for the quarter, with Europe the

best performing market (+6.2%) and Japan the worst performing market (flat).

The best performing stocks over the quarter were Mirvac Property Group (+10.9%), Growthpoint

Property Group (+8.9%) and Investa Office Fund (+6.8%). The worst performing stocks were mostly

mids caps with BWP Trust down 11.8%, Charter Hall Retail REIT -11.1% and Generation Healthcare

REIT -9.1%.

It was another volatile quarter for global capital markets, with the equity market performing well in July

driven by a strong US payrolls number and strong gains in commodity prices. The Australian share

market performed particularly well despite S&P downgrading Australia’s sovereign credit outlook (to

negative watch) and the Australian Federal government having a smaller post-election majority in the

lower house. The US SP500 hit an all-time high in August 2016 driven by a continuously dovish US

Fed that left the Fed Fund rate on hold in September 2016. US bonds were up 15bp over the quarter

finishing at 1.59%. Australian bonds were fairly flat over the quarter finishing at 1.90%. The Australian

dollar (vs USD) was up 1.7c over the quarter finishing at 76.5c.

REIT news for the quarter included GPT selling its stake in GPT Metro Fund to Growthpoint

Properties enabling its successful takeover of the REIT. National Storage REIT acquired a $285

million storage portfolio (30 centres on a cap rate of 8.3%), funded by a $260 million equity raising.

August saw a mixed reporting season with Mirvac the standout performer with strong residential sales

volumes, improving margins and record pre-sales. As a consequence the Group upgraded earning

guidance for FY17 with EPS growth expected to be 9-11%. The retail landlords posted mixed results

with all showing slowing retail sales growth decelerating over the last six months, although leasing

spreads improved slightly to +1.1%. Office REITs posted reasonable income growth of 2-3%, but very

strong NTA growth of +13-17%.


The BT Wholesale Property Securities Fund returned -1.44% over the September quarter (post-fee,

pre-tax), outperforming its benchmark by 0.44%.

The portfolio outperformed the benchmark for the September quarter. Overweight positions in Mirvac

Group, Precinct Properties Limited and Stockland Trust Group and underweight positions in Abacus


Property Group and GDI Property Group added to performance. The main detractors were from our

overweight positions in Westfield Corporation, Aspen Group and Lifestyle Communities and

underweight positions in Shopping Centres Australia and Crowmell Property Group.

Strategy & Outlook

The sector is priced on an FY17 dividend yield of 4.6%, 33% premium to NTA and a PE ratio of 18.6

times, well ahead of its long term average. However, earnings and balance sheets are stable with

sector gearing at 30% and falling slowly as asset prices continue to rise. Falling bond and cash yields

continue to be supportive. The better managed REITs continue to use the buoyant direct market as

an opportunity to divest non-core assets. AREITs are beginning to have a competitive cost of capital

and we would expect equity capital issuance to pick up in the balance of 2016.

.


International Property

BT Wholesale Global Property Securities Fund managed by AEW

Market Review (In USD)

For the quarter ended September 30, performance of the global property securities market (on an ex-

Australia basis) as measured by the FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Index continued to climb,

posting a total return of 1.49%. Asia Pacific (up 6.0%) was the strongest performing region, followed

by Europe (up 5.0%), while North America (down 1.0%) was a negative performer for the quarter. In

Asia Pacific, all countries were in positive territory for the quarter, with the exception of Japan. Hong

Kong (up 16.6%) posted the largest gain, followed by Singapore (up 4.1%) and New Zealand (up

2.8%), while Japan (0.0%) was flat. In Europe, results were positive in all countries with the exception

of Italy (down 4.8%). Norway (up 21.3%) was the strongest performer, followed by Austria (up 17.4%)

and Finland (up 15.6%). Within North America, the U.S. and Canada returned -0.8% and -4.3%,

respectively.


The BT Wholesale Global Property Securities Fund returned 1.31% over the September quarter

(post-fee, pre-tax), underperforming its benchmark by 0.23%.

North America

Modest underperformance relative to the benchmark (in USD) was driven by negative sector

allocation results, which were partially offset by positive stock selection results. Regarding sector

allocation, negative results were attributable to the portfolio’s overweight to the underperforming

storage sector and an underweight to the outperforming health care sector. In terms of stock

selection, results were strongest in the industrial, diversified and apartment sectors and were weakest

in the health care, hotel and data centre sectors. Among the portfolio’s holdings, top individual

contributors to relative performance included overweight positions in outperforming Prologis (PLD)

and Rexford Industrial Realty (REXR) and a lack of exposure to underperforming Digital Realty Trust

(DLR). Detractors most notably included overweight positions in underperforming DuPont Fabros

Technology (DFT) and CubeSmart (CUBE) and a lack of exposure to outperforming HCP Inc (HCP).

Europe

Outperformance relative to the benchmark was attributable to positive stock selection results and, to a

lesser extent, positive country allocation results. In terms of stock selection, results were strongest in

France, the United Kingdom and Spain and were weakest in the Netherlands, Switzerland and

Sweden. Regarding country allocation, positive results were driven by the portfolio’s underweight to


the underperforming Swiss market and an overweight to the outperforming Swedish market. On the

other hand, the portfolio’s underweight to the outperforming Austrian market was a notable detractor.

The portfolio’s small cash balance was also a detractor to relative performance in light of the

European REIT sector’s positive performance for the period. Among the portfolio’s holdings, top

positive contributors to relative performance included overweight positions in outperforming Gecina

SA (France) and Sponda Oyj (Finland) and a lack of exposure to underperforming Swiss Prime Site

AG (Switzerland). Detractors included overweight positions in underperforming PSP Swiss Property

AG (Switzerland), Workspace Group Plc. (United Kingdom), and Unite Group Plc. (United Kingdom).

Asia

Underperformance relative to the benchmark was attributable to negative stock selection results

which were partially offset by positive country allocation results. In terms of stock selection, negative

results in Hong Kong and Japan were partially offset by positive results in Singapore. Positive country

allocation results were largely driven by the portfolio’s overweight to the outperforming Hong Kong

market and an underweight to the underperforming Singaporean market. Among the portfolio’s

holdings, top contributors to relative performance included overweight positions in outperforming

Cheung Kong Property Holdings Ltd (Hong Kong), Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd (Hong Kong) and

HongKong Land Holdings Ltd (Hong Kong). Detractors most notably included a lack of exposure to

outperforming New World Development (Hong Kong) and overweight positions in underperforming

Hulic REIT (Japan) and Invincible Investment Corp (Japan).

Outlook

North America

Nationally, rents are still moving up in all property types (though a bit more slowly in the case of

apartments and hotels) and some longer-lease property types are transitioning into an environment

where leases will be signed at higher rents than the in-place ones that were signed after the Global

Financial Crisis, providing a boost to net operating income. Overall, for the sector, we expect average

cash flow growth for REITs to be in the mid to upper single digits in 2016 and 2017. After the third

quarter sell-off, the REIT market is slightly more attractive than average versus other asset classes,

as healthy yield spreads to bonds largely offset higher than normal valuations versus general equities.

At the end of the third quarter, REITs were attractive relative to private real estate given the sector

was trading at an average 2% discount to net asset values, with some sectors trading at much larger

discounts (and some at significant premiums). REITs continued to be most attractive relative to bonds

as a yield vehicle. REIT dividend yields rose by one basis point to 3.66% during the third quarter, but

the Moody’s BAA corporate bond yield fell 12 basis points, making the REIT yield more competitive

with corporates. While Treasury yields moved up, REIT dividend spreads to both Treasuries and

corporate bonds are much wider than average, providing some cushion to values if base rates move

up further. Looking ahead, while the REIT market is likely to continue to react nervously to any

changes in the supportive interest rate environment, earnings growth should support ample dividend


growth that should be especially attractive in the current low yield environment and which should help

offset slow increases in interest rates if they continue to rise going forward. Looking forward, we

expect REIT returns to be driven more by current yield and improving earnings fundamentals than by

additional multiple expansion.

Europe

European property equities are well positioned in the currently low growth and low interest rate

environment. We expect capital flows to real estate as a safe yielding asset class will continue.

Additionally, we expect rental growth to be relatively favourable for most REITs as the companies

invest in the larger cities which benefit from the urbanization trends we see in many parts in Europe.

‘Brexit’ could lead to a period of a couple of years of uncertainty, which could weigh on investor

sentiment, but the UK REITs are well positioned with strong balance sheets and long leases. At

quarter-end, a potential fall in real estate values appeared to be priced in as UK REITs traded at an

average discount of more than 10% to net asset value. REITs with significant exposure to London

offices traded at a discount of 25% to net asset value. Overall, European REITs are trading at a 5%

premium to net asset value. European REITs offer an earnings yield of 4.7% and a dividend yield of

3.6%.

Asia

Looking ahead, we are beginning to see some relative value emerging in some markets like Australia

and Singapore after the recent correction. With interest rates likely to remain low, the private market

continues to price assets at tighter cap rates than public market valuations, providing some upside to

NAVs. At a fundamental level, the picture remains mixed, with some areas continuing to see

improving property trends, such as the office and retail sectors in Australia while some sectors

continue to be impacted by pockets of weakness, including the retail sectors in Singapore and Hong

Kong and the office sector in Singapore. The portfolio continues to seek the best relative value in the

sub-property markets where we expect to see improving property fundamentals, with potential

earnings, dividend, and net asset value upside.


Active Balanced

Market review

The S&P/ASX 300 Accumulation Index experienced another quarter of sizeable swings to finish the

period 5.2% higher. The bulk of these gains were generated during the best July in six years, after

global equities rebounded significantly as ‘Brexit’ fears subsided. Speculation over central bank

stimulus also helped provide an updraft for the asset class with benchmarks including the S&P 500,

NASDAQ and FTSE 100 hitting fresh record highs. At the same time, this suppressed expected

volatility which was reflected by a plunge in the VIX (volatility index) to nearly half its level one year

ago.

Examining developments at the global macro level, investor attention remained closely focused on

comments from US Federal Reserve officials. With no change in rates through the quarter

Chairwoman Yellen steered market expectations towards a hike in December. This was alongside

robust labour market data that included a 287,000 jump in the closely-watched US Non-Farm Payrolls

report released in July. More forward-looking indicators of the economy also supported a relatively

bright picture with a key gauge of service sector activity hitting a seven month high during the quarter.

Across the Atlantic, anticipation of an announcement for renewed stimulus from the ECB helped

support investor sentiment. Ultimately, President Draghi disappointed with little indication that the

Governing Council had discussed plans post their quantitative easing programme due to conclude

early next year. Meanwhile in neighbouring Britain, the Bank of England unveiled a fresh round of

asset purchases to the tune of 170 billion Pounds and slashed the cash rate to 0.25%. This followed

in the wake of June’s surprise ‘Brexit’ victory, where effects were later reflected in a significant

deterioration in economic activity surveys.

In Asia, equity markets responded positively to the re-election of Shinzo Abe and the Liberal

Democratic Party’s promises of further fiscal reforms. Anticipation of new easing measures from the

Bank of Japan also captured headlines with Governor Kuroda later unveiling a new policy of targeting

10 year Japanese Government Bond yields. This was in hopes of bringing inflation up to its 2% target

from current levels at -0.5%.

Turning to neighbouring China, strong economic data from the world’s largest commodity consumer

helped propel a rebound in base metal, coal and iron ore prices. Other corners of the commodities

complex endured significant swings throughout the quarter including crude oil. After suffering its worst

month in a year, WTI rebounded to finish only -0.2% lower for the period. This came as traders

contended with supply restraint talks from OPEC and fears of ramped up US onshore production.

Gold was similarly whipsawed around, but at the mercy of shifting US rate rise forecasts, which saw

the yellow metal end lower by only -0.5%.




easing policy further. Indeed, this was evident in the 2016 Q2 CPI figures that revealed the central

bank’s preferred measure, the trimmed mean, was well below its 2-3% target band at only 1.7% year-

on-year. Other economic data released during the quarter reflected a more constructive picture; the

unemployment rate dropped 0.2% to 5.6% and Q2 GDP showed the economy expanded by 3.3%

versus the previous year. The resilient local and Chinese prints as well as higher commodity prices

saw the Australian Dollar shrug off the rate cut to finish 2.9% higher against its US counterpart.

Finally, the Turnbull-led coalition victory at the Federal election was largely overlooked by markets.


The BT Wholesale Active Balanced Fund returned 2.56% (post fee, pre-tax) in the September quarter

2016, underperforming its benchmark by 0.16%.

The Fund delivered a return of 2.80% (pre-fee) for the quarter, outperforming the benchmark by

0.08%. All asset classes delivered positive returns, with the exception of Australian Listed Property

(-1.95%) which retreated on the prospect of an increase in interest rates in the US.

Active returns for the quarter were driven by International Equities (+1.16%) with the Core

International Equities, Dynamic Markets and Emerging Market allocations all delivering positive active

returns. Despite the negative market returns the Australian Listed Property (+0.47%) portfolio

delivered positive active returns due to the defensive positioning of the Fund. Alternative assets

(+0.92%) continued to deliver active consistent returns despite the increased market volatility post

Brexit.

The detractors for the quarter included Australian Equities (-0.62% active) and Australian Fixed

interest (-0.08% active).

Tactical asset allocation contribution was marginally negative (-0.04%) for the quarter reflecting a lack

of directionality in the markets.

Strategy & Outlook

The Bank of Japan’s new iteration of extraordinary monetary policy to control the yield curve is

inconsistent to its quantitative easing goals. In case of lower inflation, its zero interest rate policy will

be undermined as real interest rates rise. Globally there is no lack of catalysts that could see risk

aversion increase quickly.

The upcoming US election provides some level of market uncertainty although at the time of writing

the case for the Republican presidential candidate appears to be self-distracting. The downstream


impact to the Congress and Senate Races remains to be seen, providing some potential for the

Democrats to take back the Senate.

The Italian referendum, due to be held in early December, and the state of the Italian banking system

are key concerns in Europe and likely to result in financial market volatility increasing later in the year.

In the US, the market currently has the Federal Reserve as more likely than not to raise rates further

by the end of the year.


Performance as at 30 September 2016

F YT D 1 year 2 Years 3 Years 5 Years Since

(pa) (pa) (pa) (pa) Incp. (pa)

Australian Shares - All Cap

B T Who lesale C o re A ustralian Share F und A P IR - R F A 0818A U

Total Return (post-fee, pre-tax) 0.35 4.42 5.88 4.42 7.31 5.23 5.16 10.82 9.75

Total Return (pre-fee, pre-tax) 0.41 4.61 6.28 4.61 8.15 6.07 5.99 11.70 10.76

Benchmark 0.51 5.24 9.43 5.24 13.50 6.18 6.03 11.02 9.86

B T Who lesale Imputat io n F und A P IR - R F A 0103A U



Benchmark 0.51 5.24 9.43 5.24 13.50 6.18 6.03 11.02 8.47

B T Who lesale F o cus A ustralian Share F und A P IR - R F A 0059A U

Total Return (post-fee, pre-tax) -0.04 5.09 6.32 5.09 9.68 7.20 6.98 11.89 8.46


Benchmark 0.51 5.24 9.43 5.24 13.50 6.18 6.03 11.02 6.99

B T Who lesale Ethical Share F und A P IR - R F A 0025A U


Total Return (pre-fee, pre-tax) -0.14 4.10 5.72 4.10 8.25 6.88 6.52 11.62 9.11

Benchmark 0.51 5.24 9.43 5.24 13.50 6.18 6.03 11.02 7.75

Australian Shares - Mid Cap

B T Who lesale M idC ap F und A P IR - B T A 0313A U



Benchmark -0.52 7.02 13.25 7.02 27.71 16.22 13.44 12.83 4.60

Australian Shares - Small Cap

B T Who lesale Smaller C o mpanies F und A P IR - R F A 0819A U



Benchmark 1.53 8.50 14.84 8.50 29.16 10.83 7.07 5.27 7.68

Australian Shares - Micro Cap

B T Who lesale M icro C ap Oppo rtunit ies F und A P IR - R F A 0061A U



Benchmark 1.53 8.50 14.84 8.50 29.16 10.83 7.07 5.27 2.22

International Shares

B T Who lesale C o re Glo bal Share F und A P IR - R F A 0821A U

Total Return (post-fee, pre-tax) -0.76 2.71 4.49 2.71 -1.33 8.86 12.81 17.35 5.25

Total Return (pre-fee, pre-tax) -0.69 2.95 4.98 2.95 -0.39 9.90 13.90 18.47 6.42

Benchmark -1.32 1.95 6.41 1.95 1.95 10.08 13.41 17.30 6.80

B T Glo bal Emerging M arkets Oppo rtunit ies F und - Who lesale A P IR - B T A 0419A U

Total Return (post-fee, pre-tax) -0.04 7.58 13.33 7.58 7.46 7.48 9.69 N/A 10.02

Total Return (pre-fee, pre-tax) 0.07 7.95 14.11 7.95 8.97 8.99 11.40 N/A 12.54

Benchmark -0.53 6.08 10.32 6.08 7.17 3.82 6.31 N/A 8.84

B T C o ncentrated Glo bal Share F und A P IR - B T A 0503A U

Total Return (post-fee, pre-tax) -1.96 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A -0.52

Total Return (pre-fee, pre-tax) -1.86 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A -0.32

Benchmark -1.32 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A -0.05

Property

B T Who lesale P ro perty Securit ies F und A P IR - B T A 0061A U

Total Return (post-fee, pre-tax) -4.38 -1.44 7.82 -1.44 20.23 19.63 17.17 19.15 7.85

Total Return (pre-fee, pre-tax) -4.33 -1.26 8.18 -1.26 21.01 20.39 17.93 19.91 8.68

Benchmark -4.31 -1.88 7.18 -1.88 20.88 20.48 17.68 19.58 7.71

B T Who lesale Glo bal P ro perty Securit ies F und A P IR - R F A 0051A U



Benchmark -1.06 1.54 4.98 1.54 13.68 12.57 13.02 16.00 9.67

Fixed Interest

B T Who lesale F ixed Interest F und A P IR - R F A 0813A U



Benchmark -0.22 0.93 3.82 0.93 5.69 6.30 6.21 5.97 7.00

B T Who lesale Glo bal F ixed Interest F und A P IR - R F A 0032A U



Benchmark 0.00 0.22 3.46 0.22 8.49 7.62 7.75 6.98 7.69

B T Who lesale Enhanced C redit F und A P IR - R F A 0100A U



Benchmark 0.01 1.24 3.51 1.24 4.97 5.48 5.65 6.03 6.16

Cash & Income

B T Who lesale Enhanced C ash F und A P IR - WF S0377A U



Benchmark 0.14 0.48 1.05 0.48 2.19 2.33 2.44 2.94 5.10

B T Who lesale M anaged C ash F und A P IR - WF S0245A U



Benchmark 0.14 0.48 1.05 0.48 2.19 2.33 2.44 2.94 6.78

B T Who lesale M o nthly Inco me P lus F und A P IR - B T A 0318A U



Benchmark 0.12 0.40 0.86 0.40 1.88 2.07 2.22 2.75 3.23

Diversified

B T Who lesale A ct ive B alanced F und A P IR - R F A 0815A U



Benchmark -0.22 2.72 6.30 2.72 8.95 7.40 7.72 10.18 7.45

(%)1 M o nth 3 M o nths 6 M o nths

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