Core Insights - Clairvest Group Inc. reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with a book value increase and significant net income driven by private equity investments [2][10]. Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2025, Clairvest's book value was CAD 1,260 million or CAD 88.94 per share, up from CAD 1,252 million or CAD 88.30 per share as of March 31, 2025 [2][10]. - The net income for the quarter was CAD 21.3 million, translating to CAD 1.51 per share, reflecting a robust performance in the investment portfolio [2][10]. - Total assets increased to CAD 1,447.2 million from CAD 1,429.4 million, while total liabilities rose to CAD 187.4 million from CAD 177.8 million [11]. Cash and Investments - Cash, cash equivalents, and temporary investments amounted to CAD 201 million, with an additional CAD 120 million held by acquisition entities, totaling CAD 321 million, which is approximately 25% of the book value [3]. - During the quarter, Clairvest invested CAD 43 million in two new deals and a follow-on investment, including a CAD 32.1 million investment in NCS Engineers and a CAD 100.6 million investment in Beneficial Reuse Management [4][6]. Dividends - Subsequent to the quarter end, Clairvest declared an annual ordinary dividend of CAD 0.10 per share and a special dividend of CAD 0.7830 per share, totaling 1% of the March 31, 2025 book value [8].