US shares lifts international equities to top performing asset class in FY 22/23

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International equities (unhedged), Australian equities and international equities (hedged) are the clear winners among the varying asset classes in the 2022-23 financial year, according to the asset consultancy firm Atchison.... Read more continue reading

Decarbonisation to play bigger role in commercial property valuations

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Decarbonisation in the built environment is becoming more important to property valuations in a higher interest rate, higher inflation setting as investors put more emphasis on sustainability, according to Amy... Read more continue reading

Markets to oscillate between resilience and fragility – Q3 2023 investment outlook

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As central banks remain hawkish on the back of persistent inflationary pressure, the likelihood of a soft landing is falling, in contrast to some parts of the market which are... Read more continue reading

Bentham Global Opportunities Fund now available to SMSFs and retail investors.

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Bentham Asset Management, a leading specialist global fixed interest and credit investment manager, is opening up its market leading Bentham Global Opportunities Fund to retail investors and financial advisers. The Fund, which... Read more continue reading

Fees for super funds and investors on the rise

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A new asset owner survey conducted by the independent global investment consultancy, bfinance, has found that investors across the globe are grappling with cost management challenges amid persistent inflation, heightened... Read more continue reading

The transition finance opportunity in emerging markets

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The world needs to invest over US$4 trillion a year by 2030 if we are to reach net zero emissions by 2050.[1] Of that, US$1 trillion is needed for the energy... Read more continue reading

Is Modi India’s most effective post-independence leader?

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In an era where government intervention is becoming the norm globally, it is refreshing to see one major country going the opposite direction. We believe India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi,... Read more continue reading

Warakirri Diversified Agriculture Fund surpasses A$100m milestone

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Warakirri Asset Management has announced the addition of its newest asset for the Warakirri Diversified Agriculture Fund (Fund), taking the strategy beyond a A$100m portfolio value milestone. Adding the Fund’s... Read more continue reading

A rapidly developing landscape – sustainable investing in Asia

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A rapid change in investment trends is unfolding in Asia as governments, regulators and investors sharpen their focus on climate change and corporate governance. Jenn-Hui Tan, Fidelity International’s Global Head... Read more continue reading

Gains or glitches: How does Chinese AI technology differ from the West?

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Chinese firms have powerful AI capabilities. How could the progress of the technology in China differ from the West? Mr Alistair Way, Head of Equities at Aviva Investors explains. China... Read more continue reading