Deutsche Beteiligungs (DBAG) reported results ahead of guidance for FY15 with NAV per share increasing 10%, driven by strong valuation gains for the carried portfolio. New investment reached the highest level in 10 years and the pace of investment activity has continued into the current financial year. FY16 is expected to see a significant increase in net income and management projects NAV to grow at more than 10% pa over the next three years. Based on the proposed FY15 total dividend, the shares yield 3.7% and the disposal of Spheros Group provides scope for an increased total dividend in FY16.