The Fed’s dilemma and wage growth

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As the Reserve Bank of Australia decides on the next interest rate movement, Mahmood Pradhan, Head of Global Macro, Amundi Investment Institute looks at the state of current rate policy... Read more continue reading

Corrs advises Realm on A$300 million IPO of Dominion Income Trust 1

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Australia’s leading independent law firm, Corrs Chambers Westgarth, has advised Dominion Investment Management Pty Ltd (Realm) on the A$300 million initial public offering (IPO) of Dominion Income Trust 1 (Trust)... Read more continue reading

Equities to dominate as the ‘go-to asset’ for long-term investors

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As markets get ready to navigate a challenging year ahead, listed equities remain a beacon of opportunity for long-term investors according to boutique investment manager, Datt Capital. “Listed equities continue... Read more continue reading

Orbis Investments appoints Investment Specialist   

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Orbis Investments, the contrarian global equity manager with A$62billion assets under management, has announced the appointment of Werner (Vern) du Preez as Investment Specialist within its Australian client team, effective... Read more continue reading

CommSec State of the States: State and Territory Economic Performance Report, January 2025

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Overall results How are Australia’s states and territories performing? Each quarter CommSec attempts to find out which state or territory is Australia’s economic leader. Now in its 16th year, the report also... Read more continue reading

SMC welcomes new service standards for super fund members

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The Super Members Council has strongly welcomed the Australian Government’s plan to introduce mandatory service standards for superannuation funds. Member service is at the heart of what superannuation funds do.... Read more continue reading

Helping life insurance customers in superannuation

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Australia’s life insurers are committed to delivering a high level of service to all of our customers every day, including the ten million Australians who hold insurance through their superannuation.... Read more continue reading

Insignia Financial appoints Chief Technology Officer

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Following the announcement of a new operating model and executive team last year, Insignia Financial has confirmed the appointment of Damien O’Donnell as Chief Technology Officer. Commenting on the appointment,... Read more continue reading

Weekly economic and market update – week ending 24 January, 2025

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Investment markets and key developments Global and Australian shares saw a relief rally over the last week as President Trump provided no negative surprises and there was a lack of... Read more continue reading

Depreciation of the Australian dollar a key factor to watch this earnings season

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The Australia dollar is a key factor that markets have yet to price in and will need to be closely watched this earnings season, according to co-portfolio manager of the... Read more continue reading