Investors need to be wary of comparing apples with oranges in private credit

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A more clear distinction between global private credit and Australian private credit would help investors and advisors ensure they are not comparing ‘apples with oranges’ when considering an allocation to... Read more continue reading

Asian equities – from headwinds to tailwinds

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As developed markets – notably the US – achieve new highs, Asian equities have been out of favour with investors. However, headwinds that have muted growth across Asia (ex-Japan)[1] are... Read more continue reading

Global dividends surge to new record in Q2

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Global income investors enjoyed a very strong second quarter of 2024, according to the latest Janus Henderson Global Dividend Index. Payouts rose 5.8% on a headline basis to an all-time... Read more continue reading

Australian investors have saved $14.4 billion in investment costs using index funds

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New data from Vanguard shows index funds have created significant price pressure in the funds management industry and have already helped save Australian investors billions of dollars in investment costs.... Read more continue reading

Franklin Templeton reveals the data that will signal the future path of Fed interest rate cuts

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At the recent US Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) 2024 Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium, Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated that the US labor market is no longer overheated. Powell also noted... Read more continue reading

Janus Henderson survey finds growing US political discord tops list of investor concerns for next decade

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Janus Henderson Investors today released the findings of its 2024 US Investor Survey: Insights for a Brighter Future, which reveal that uncertainty surrounding the upcoming presidential election, economic backdrop and interest... Read more continue reading

The benefits of investing in Listed Private Equity

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Private equity (PE) refers to the ownership or interest in a corporate entity that is typically not publicly listed or traded. PE managers usually raise capital from high-net-worth individuals or... Read more continue reading

 “Strongest Start Ever”: Australian ETF Market breaks $200 billion record

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The Australian Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) market grew 37.3% over the past year to $206.2 billion across 380 products, according to the Global X ETFs (Global X) Australia ETF Landscape report.... Read more continue reading

AI to drive electricity demand and outperformance of infrastructure companies

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The investment case for infrastructure has never been stronger, with significant investment in power grids required due to the boom in artificial intelligence (“AI”), the green energy transition and onshoring... Read more continue reading

Acadian expands credit lineup with global high yield, U.S. Investment Grade

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Global systematic investment specialist, Acadian Asset Management LLC, has added to its systematic credit lineup with the launch of new Global High Yield and U.S. Investment Grade offerings. Managed by... Read more continue reading