Access a Wholesale, Asset-Backed Livestock Strategy
Available to wholesale investors via Hub24 and direct investment.
Asset-backed, 100-day cycles, historically low market correlation.
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2.75% NET
3 MONTHS
5.50% NET
6 MONTHS
11.00% NET
ANNUALISED
Target net return of 2.74% over 3 months and 5.51% over 6 months (after fees, before tax). Targets are based on historical livestock growth and current operating assumptions. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed. Risks are associated with this Wholesale only product
There is an imbalance between the supply and demand for proteins globally, often referred to as the “Protein Gap,” that is expected to become more pronounced in the coming years due to:
1
Growing global population:
The world population is projected to reach 9-10 billion by 2050, significantly increasing the overall demand for protein.
2
Rising protein consumption:
Global protein consumption rose by 40% between 2000 and 2018, outpacing population growth.
3
Limited supply growth:
While demand is increasing, the supply of traditional protein sources is not growing at the same rate.
4
Changing dietary patterns:
As more people in developing countries enter the middle class, there’s a trend towards increased protein consumption, particularly animal-based proteins.
5
Aging population:
In high-income countries, the growing number of older people is expected to increase protein demand, as older adults have higher protein requirements.
6
Sustainability concerns:
Traditional animal-based protein sources often require significant land, water, and other resources, making it challenging to sustainably meet the growing demand.
How the Livestock Strategy Works
Returns are primarily generated from biological weight gain over a 100-day backgrounding period. Livestock are insured for specified risks, and capital typically cycles every 100 days. While the strategy has historically shown low correlation with listed equities and bonds, it is subject to agricultural and market risks.
- Acquire Feeder Cattle – Stable, tangible asset.
- Backgrounding (100 days) – Predictable biological growth
- Sell to Feedlot – Contracted cash flow
- Reinvest Cycle – Repeatable liquidity model
Built for Advisers and Their Clients
Available to eligible wholesale investors, including SMSFs. Provides direct investment access, with intended quarterly distributions. The strategy has historically had low correlation with equities and bonds but is not risk-free.
Advisers:
- Direct access via Hub24
- Regulated wholesale fund
- Diversifies client portfolios
- Fully documented, low-touch process
High Net Worth Investors:
- SMSF eligible
- Direct investment access
- Quarterly distributions
- Minimal exposure to equities or bonds
Historically, the strategy has demonstrated low correlation to traditional asset classes. Future results may differ.
Most real asset strategies are locked inside major agri-corps
Ferguson Hyams offers a regulated, fully-insured, unlisted fund designed for private clients & SMSFs
Inflation and volatility have reduced confidence in bonds and equities
Designed to provide low correlation with traditional asset classes, though livestock investments remain subject to agricultural, operational, and market risks.
Institutional Controls for Private Portfolios
Livestock are insured for mortality, transit and theft. Insurance does not cover all risks. The strategy is not directly exposed to equities, but remains subject to livestock, market and operational risks.
100-day strategy cycle
Assets fully insured (mortality, transit, theft)
Not linked to financial markets
Debtors are investment-grade feedlots
Australia’s Livestock Sector is Booming – Here’s Why
“That’s why our strategy captures the most value-rich segment of the supply chain, so the yield flows back to
investors.”
US beef supply down 8.8% since 2022
Australia exports up 8% YoY
Demand from Asia rising
FHIM operates where 63% of supply chain value is created: backgrounding + feedlot
Asset-backed, low correlation – intent built into biology, not markets
2.75% NET
3 MONTHS
5.50% NET
6 MONTHS
11.00% NET
ANNUALISED
Target net return of 2.74% over 3 months and 5.51% over 6 months (after fees, before tax). Targets are based on historical livestock growth and current operating assumptions. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed. Risks are associated with this Wholesale only product
Key Team Members
Luke Ferguson
CEO and Director
Luke, AFSL Responsible Manager, co-founded FHIM after directing a global alternative trading research firm for investors.
Gideon Hyams
Chief Investment Officer
Gideon has 20 years of trading experience with UBS and an outstanding record of investment performance.
Weng Cheah
Portfolio Manager
Weng brings 30+ years’ global finance experience, managing portfolios and delivering tailored solutions for institutional investors.
Mark Lowrey
General Manager of Operations
Mark brings over two decades of business ownership and operational leadership, overseeing asset-based operations and driving scalable infrastructure to support long-term value creation.
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Ferguson Hyams Investment Management Pty Ltd ABN 50 611 059 940 | AFSL 490023. This information is for wholesale investors only. It is general in nature and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the Information Memorandum before making any investment decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Complaints may be made through our internal dispute resolution process or to AFCA (afca.org.au).
