CGI Reports 8.6% Year-to-Date NAV Return

TORONTO, Canada, Oct. 05, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Canadian General Investments (CGI) reported an unaudited net asset value (NAV) per share of $86.20 as of September 30, 2026. This figure reflects a year-to-date return of 8.0% and a 12-month return of 8.6% with dividends reinvested. These returns compare favorably to the 13.0% and 20.0% returns of the benchmark S&P/TSX Composite Index over the same periods.

The company’s leveraging strategy, which involves bank borrowing, has been employed to enhance returns for common shareholders. As of September 30, 2026, the leverage represented 12.5% of CGI’s net assets, up from 11.9% at the end of 2025 and at September 30, 2025. This increase in leverage is part of CGI’s strategy to boost shareholder returns.

The closing price of CGI’s common shares on September 30, 2026, was $51.87. This resulted in year-to-date and 12-month share price returns, with dividends reinvested, of 11.7% and 14.2%, respectively.

In terms of sector weightings, the company’s investment portfolio as of September 30, 2026, is not detailed in the press release. However, the top ten investments, which comprised 38.6% of the investment portfolio, are not specified.

These financial updates come as CGI continues to navigate the complex landscape of investment management, leveraging strategies, and market performance. The company’s focus on enhancing returns for its shareholders through strategic financial maneuvers and market performance highlights its ongoing commitment to delivering value to its investors.