Investors turn to childcare as a resilient, high-impact asset class

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Australia’s childcare sector has long been seen as a social service, but increasingly it is being recognised for what it also represents: critical economic infrastructure. As Mike Cameron, Commercial Director... Read more continue reading

Super funds off to a strong start in FY26

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After delivering a stellar 10.4% return for the 2024/25 financial year, super funds kicked off FY26 in strong fashion, with the median growth fund (61 to 80% in growth assets)... Read more continue reading

Are European smaller companies primed for success?

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In recent years, the investment spotlight has been firmly fixed on the US, especially its tech sector, drawing significant fund flows away from other regions. However, as global economic dynamics... Read more continue reading

Pengana International Equities Fund proposes restructured offering amidst changing needs of investors, announces plan to boost income returns for shareholders

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The $374 million Listed Investment Company, Pengana International Equities Fund (ASX: PIA), has announced a proposal to boost shareholders’ income returns via a new structured global private credit exposure targeting... Read more continue reading

Betashares expands global equities line-up with new Emerging Markets ETF

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Leading Australian financial services company, Betashares, today announced the launch of the Betashares MSCI Emerging Markets Complex ETF (ASX: BEMG), which will provide Australian investors with cost effective, efficient access... Read more continue reading

Private equity continuation market to quadruple in size over coming decade

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New analysis from Schroders Capital forecasts that the global continuation investment market – also known as GP-led secondaries – is set to more than quadruple in size over the next decade, transforming... Read more continue reading

What’s next for UK and US equities?

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United States Wall Street vs Main Street Our recent journey across the United States, touching base in bustling hubs like New York and Boston, offered a fascinating glimpse into the... Read more continue reading

“Colossal Tech” spending and the multiplier effect altering nations and economies

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The capital spending of major tech companies, dubbed “Colossal Tech,” is unprecedented and growing, potentially altering the course of nations and becoming a crucial factor in forecasting the US economy,... Read more continue reading

Managed accounts continue to gain momentum as advisers prioritise efficiency and integration

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Australian financial advisers using managed accounts are reporting unprecedented client outcome improvements, with 88% experiencing positive results according to comprehensive new research from platform provider Praemium. The research, surveying advisers... Read more continue reading

New growth ETF addresses benchmark blindspot

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VanEck is expanding its smart beta range with a new growth international equities strategy, the VanEck MSCI International Growth ETF (ASX: GWTH). Subject to final regulatory approval, this new ETF... Read more continue reading