Weekly economic and market update – week endng 19 June, 2026

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The past week saw good news with the US and Iran at last signing (at least electronically) a peace deal that will reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While a deal... Read more continue reading

The Fed: “hawkish”…sort of…

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As was pretty much expected, the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) chose to keep the policy (federal funds) rate target unchanged at 3.5 – 3.75 per cent. That... Read more continue reading

FinCap Private Markets Platform ushers in a new era for private market investing

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FinCap has launched its managed account platform, bringing institutional grade private markets access to wholesale investors and their advisers for the first time through a structure built around genuine return... Read more continue reading

Channel Capital and Fidante combine, forming Channel Group

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Channel Capital and Fidante have announced they have entered into a binding agreement to merge, forming a new parent entity: Channel Group. Channel Capital is a privately-held Australian investment management... Read more continue reading

Alexander Funds appoints John Caldwell as Chief Executive Officer    

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Alexander Funds is pleased to announce the appointment of John Caldwell as Chief Executive Officer, effective 7 September 2026. The appointment follows a comprehensive search process undertaken by the Board... Read more continue reading

Advisers reveal how lifetime income has taken longevity risk “off the table” – as AMP’s solutions pass $21bn

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Financial advisers say lifetime income solutions are changing retirement conversations by giving clients greater confidence to spend, improving access to the Age Pension and helping turn accumulated savings into a... Read more continue reading

The RBA undertakes a hawkish pause – we continue to expect a further rise in rates

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Key points After three consecutive rate hikes the RBA left rates on hold at 4.35% at its June meeting. However, the RBA retained a tightening bias noting that inflation Is... Read more continue reading

Record-breaking ANZIIF South Australia Charity Luncheon delivers outstanding support for Zahra Foundation

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ANZIIF’s South Australian insurance community has come together to achieve record-breaking fundraising and attendance results at the 2026 ANZIIF South Australia Charity Luncheon, delivering significant support for the Zahra Foundation... Read more continue reading

SIAA warns proposed CGT changes could undermine investor confidence

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SIAA issues open letter to the Senate Economics Legislation Committee Inquiry into the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No 1) Bill and Income Tax Rates Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1)... Read more continue reading

Zenith appoints two senior leaders to support continued growth

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Zenith has bolstered its research and investment capabilities through two senior appointments, with Charl Marais joining the business as senior portfolio manager, and Dan Cave joining in the newly created... Read more continue reading