AI, energy and healthcare lead the next wave of market transformation

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The global economy is entering a new phase of structural growth, driven by artificial intelligence (AI), energy infrastructure, and long-term demographic trends, and as central banks begin easing policy and... Read more continue reading

TAL makes it easier for its customers to receive premium discounts via simple preventative health checks

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Life insurer TAL has further expanded access to its popular ‘TAL Health Sense’ Plus discount to encourage more Australians to take preventative health action. Now, eligible customers renewing their TAL... Read more continue reading

Super funds up for sixth consecutive month in September

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Super funds were up for the sixth straight month in September with the median growth fund (61% to 80% in growth assets) returning 0.8% over the month. With share markets... Read more continue reading

Hyperscalers boost data centre demand, but care must be taken when investing

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The AI boom has reshaped the data centre landscape at a pace few anticipated. The sector is evolving rapidly, driven by the growth in spending by large US ‘hyperscalers’ such... Read more continue reading

CPD: Is the need for diversification driving the private credit boom?

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Private credit has rapidly evolved from a specialist asset class into a core component of many Australian investors’ portfolios. As traditional fixed income markets continue to react to a challenging... Read more continue reading

HESTA spotlights Australia’s hardworking carers

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As National Carers Week nears an end, research from HESTA highlights the significant impact caring responsibilities can have on retirement outcomes. Research by the $100 billion fund finds 42% of... Read more continue reading

With equity valuations stretched, private credit offers portfolio protection

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As valuations continue to reach record highs, investors should be cautious of concentrating too much of their portfolio in listed equities, according to Tanarra Credit Partners (TCP) managing partner, Peter Szekely.... Read more continue reading

Class streamlines SMSF audits with market-leading integrated commercial property valuations

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Leading cloud-based accounting and Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) administration software provider Class has added certified commercial property valuations to its capabilities, delivering accountants comprehensive market valuation reports and rental assessments... Read more continue reading

PIMCO expands active ETF suite in Australia with the launch of EARN

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PIMCO, a global leader in active fixed income management, has announced the launch of the PIMCO Short Term Active Yield Active ETF (EARN), its fifth active exchange-traded fund (ETF) in... Read more continue reading

It pays to stay active: rotation is key as Australian credit spreads tighten

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Spreads are tightening for Australian corporate bonds despite high issuance volumes, Schroders portfolio manager fixed income, Helen Mason says. With strong demand from local and offshore investors absorbing new issues... Read more continue reading