The Great Greenhushing: Companies retreat from ESG amid regulatory uncertainty

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The retreat from ESG commitments could have long-term consequences for both corporate reputations and financial risk management as investors increasingly scrutinise companies for their sustainability practices, according to Dugald Higgins,... Read more continue reading

Schroders Capital partners with Apple to launch a second China clean energy strategy

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Schroders Capital’s Infrastructure team in Asia has announced the first close of a China renewable energy strategy following a US$100 million anchor investment commitment from Apple.  The actively-managed strategy targets... Read more continue reading

U Ethical leads push for climate accountability in fossil fuel financing 

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U Ethical, an Australian not-for-profit ethical investment manager, has released its latest Climate Risk Report, highlighting that portfolio carbon intensity continues to be significantly lower than the benchmark and stepping up pressure on Australian banks... Read more continue reading

Uncertainty presents investor opportunities

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In its second 2025 investment outlook, the $263 billion* global asset manager American Century Investments offers guidance on navigating the policy and market uncertainty on tariffs, federal spending cuts, interest rates... Read more continue reading

Rising bond yields provide ‘golden’ fixed income opportunity as investors look for alternatives to hybrids

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As the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) plans to phase out Australia’s $43 billion hybrids market over the next seven years, investment-grade credit and corporate bonds provide an attractive and... Read more continue reading

Liberation Day… or the start of recession

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Employing hard negotiation tactics means starting with extreme demands before following up with only small, slow concessions. Negotiations may have the appearance of ‘take it or leave it’ or might... Read more continue reading

Investment opportunities in European markets amid global economic challenges

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As the global economy grapples with high interest rates and around $100 trillion in global debt set for refinancing, European equites are more attractively priced compared to their United States... Read more continue reading

“A flight to safety”: IAM cautions on private credit as fixed income becomes preferred defensive option

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As private credit funds fill the lending gaps left by banks, the asset class’s rapid expansion is not without risks, with concerns growing that fund managers may be taking on... Read more continue reading

Life Insurance industry will play a vital role in Australia’s safety net

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The Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Acenda, Kent Griffin, says the life insurance industry has a vital role to play in Australia’s safety net to help address some... Read more continue reading

Putting super in the hands of young Aussies who like ETFs: Pearler launches self-directed superannuation offer

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Investment platform Pearler has launched Pearler Super, a new superannuation option aimed at younger Australians seeking greater autonomy over their retirement savings through direct access to exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The... Read more continue reading