China’s equity rally – policy shifts, economic resilience, and growth prospects

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Peiqian Liu, Asia economist, Fidelity International, comments: “Recent debates have centred on the sustainability of China’s recent equity rally, with some drawing parallels with the events of 2015. In our... Read more continue reading

Franklin Templeton eyes the next five years of energy opportunity

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As AI transforms industries, its massive energy appetite is straining existing infrastructure. Innovative solutions are needed to meet growing demands, driving investments in new energy sources and intelligent grid systems... Read more continue reading

CPD: Balancing legacy and liability – tax in estate planning

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More than a legal formality or a financial checklist, or deciding who inherits what assets, estate planning exists to protect a lifetime of achievements and ensure each client’s legacy is... Read more continue reading

Aware Super introduces host of new features for financial advisers

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Aware Super has launched a host of new digital features and enhancements to help financial advisers and their clients, including direct data feeds to Xplan and online authorisation of transactions.... Read more continue reading

Impact on markets as Japan Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba steps down

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Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation after just eleven months in office, taking responsibility for the ruling coalition’s defeats in both the lower and upper house elections. His position... Read more continue reading

CPD: Artificial Intelligence – five themes for 2025/26

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Commentary about artificial intelligence (AI) has been overtaken by headlines dominated by Trump, tariffs and trade. However, this does not reflect a slowing in the pace of AI; to the... Read more continue reading

iShares surpasses US$5 trillion in global assets under management

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BlackRock has announced that its iShares ETFs have surpassed US$5 trillion in assets under management globally. This milestone underscores the enduring momentum and global leadership of iShares, that has set... Read more continue reading

Call to expand local bond market

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There are opportunities for growing Australian investor access to a more diverse range of fixed income investments. While a range of bond and fixed income exchange traded (ETF) funds are... Read more continue reading

Sustainable equities outlook: AI’s transformative role in an evolving global economy

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Janus Henderson Investors Portfolio Manager Hamish Chamberlayne explores how, in a world marked by geopolitical upheaval, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming traditional economic forces, presenting both opportunities and challenges. In... Read more continue reading

Diversification and liquidity key as markets test investor discipline

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In an environment marked by persistent geopolitical uncertainty, Escala Partners investment advisor and partner Ed Brooke has underscored the importance of preserving liquidity and ensuring portfolios remain nimble enough to... Read more continue reading