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Peregrine Capital x Rugby Centurions

At the centre of our partnership launch event was the fundraising for the Chris Burger Petro Jackson Players’ Fund, a Foundation that has stood as “Rugby’s Caring Hands,” supporting players who have sustained catastrophic head, neck, or spinal injuries.

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  • 3 min read
  • 22 August 2025

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A Partnership Built on Excellence

Peregrine Capital recently launched our 100X partnership with the Rugby Centurions, a global fraternity of players who have each achieved more than 100 Test caps. Their careers are a testament to consistency, resilience, and elite performance - qualities that resonate deeply with Peregrine Capital.

Just as these athletes reached their century milestones, our flagship funds have delivered 100X growth since inception*, a landmark achievement in South African asset management. This parallel of sporting and investment excellence lies at the heart of our collaboration, underscoring our belief that long-term dedication produces extraordinary results.

Supporting Rugby’s Caring Hands

At the centre of our Sandton launch event was the Chris Burger Petro Jackson Players’ Fund, better known as the Chris Burger Petro Foundation. For more than 40 years, the Foundation has stood as “Rugby’s Caring Hands,” supporting players who have sustained catastrophic head, neck, or spinal injuries.

From mobility equipment and rehabilitation to emotional and financial assistance, the Foundation ensures that injured players and their families are not left to face their challenges alone. Its work reflects the true spirit of rugby — teamwork, solidarity, and caring for one another beyond the final whistle.

R600 000 Raised for Lasting Impact

We are proud to share that, through the support of our partners and guests, Peregrine Capital raised R600 000 for the Foundation during the launch event. These funds will directly enhance the Foundation’s ability to provide hope, dignity, and life-changing assistance to players in need.

Investing in Performance Beyond the Field

This partnership brings together three powerful elements: world-class rugby performance, Peregrine Capital’s track record of 100X investment returns, and the life-changing work of the Chris Burger Petro Foundation. Together, they embody our guiding principle: “Invest in performance.”

At Peregrine Capital, performance is not only measured in returns — it is also measured in the difference we can make in people’s lives.

Learn more about the Chris Burger Petro Foundation here.

Disclosures:

*100X refers to the Peregrine Capital High Growth QI Hedge Fund. R1m invested in the High Growth Fund at inception, is worth more than R100m today. The FTSE/JSE Capped SWIX generated R20,42 million while the SA Multi Asset - High Equity Category generated R13,21 million. (High Growth Fund annualised return: 22.94% | SA Multi Asset - High Equity Category annualised return: 10.65% | FTSE/JSE Capped SWIX annualised return: 12.56%, all since inception (February 2000)).

*100X also refers to the Peregrine Capital Pure Hedge QI Hedge Fund. R1m invested in the Pure Hedge Fund at inception, is worth more than R100m today. The CPI generated R4,20 million while the SA Multi Asset - Low Equity Category generated R12,66 million. (Pure Hedge Fund annualised return: 18.74% | SA Multi Asset - Low Equity Category annualised return: 9.83% | CPI: 5.45%), all since inception (July 1998)).

Fund performance: Returns are quoted net of fees | Fund performance provided as at 31 July 2025 | Performance fee: 20% subject to High Water Mark | Fee class status: Class: A, distributing

Net asset value figures (NAV to NAV) have been used for the performance calculations, as calculated by the manager at the valuation point defined in the deed, over all reporting periods. The performance is calculated for the portfolio. Individual investor performance may differ, as a result of initial fees, the actual investment date, the date of reinvestment and dividend withholding tax. Performance is based on a lump sum contribution and is shown net of all fund charges and expenses and includes the reinvestment of distributions. Actual annual figures are available to the investor, on request at info@peregrine.co.za. Investment performance calculations are available for verification upon request by any person. A schedule of fees, charges and maximum commission is also available on request from the manager. The rate of return is calculated on a total return basis, and the following elements may involve a reduction of the investor’s capital: interest rates, economic outlook, inflation, deflation, economic and political shocks or changes in economic policy. Annualisation is the conversion of a rate of any length of time into a rate that is reflected on an annual basis. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. The High Growth Fund is a medium to high-risk investment. The Pure Hedge Fund is a low to medium risk investment. The value of participatory interests or the investment may go down as well as up. Collective investment schemes are traded at ruling prices and can engage in borrowing and scrip lending. The manager does not provide any guarantee either with respect to the capital or the return of a portfolio. The manager has a right to close the portfolio to new investors in order to manage it more efficiently in accordance with its mandate.

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