Weekly economic and market update – week ending 21 June, 2024

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Investment markets and key developments Share markets were mixed over the last week. US shares pushed higher helped by tech and AI optimism. Eurozone shares recovered some of their losses... Read more continue reading

Consider this: “It’s all too much”—UK snap elections

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There is a feeling of cautious optimism in the United Kingdom ahead of the election in July, says Franklin Templeton Institute Investment Strategist Kim Catechis. The Beatles’ George Harrison wrote... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF announce Outstanding Contribution Awards

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 The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is thrilled to announce the recipients of this years’ Honorary Life Membership Award, ANZIIF Service Awards and E.E Vines... Read more continue reading

Hamilton Lane closes largest fund at A$8.4 billion, exceeding target

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Leading private markets investment management firm Hamilton Lane (Nasdaq: HLNE) has announced the final closing of Hamilton Lane Secondary Fund VI with US$5.6 billion in commitments, marking the largest fundraise... Read more continue reading

People First Bank announces CEO and Board transitions

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People First Bank, Australia’s leading customer-owned banking organisation, has announced important news about its CEO and Board transitions. Steve Laidlaw to succeed Peter Lock as CEO Steve Laidlaw, Deputy CEO,... Read more continue reading

DASH hires Chief Technology Officer to deliver key integration milestone

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DASH Technology Group (DASH) has appointed a new Chief Technology Officer who will help facilitate the business’s next stage of growth. Jim Lim has joined the business from Sincidium where... Read more continue reading

Not another Eurozone crisis! The rise of the far right in Europe, the French election and implications for investors

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Key points The success of far-right political parties in EU parliamentary elections & the calling of an election in France have boosted uncertainty by risking a return to the Eurozone... Read more continue reading

Zurich uses AFL logo space to support breast cancer awareness

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Zurich Financial Services Australia (Zurich) has announced it will replace its logo on the front of Melbourne Football Club (MFC) AFL run out t-shirts with the names of individuals impacted... Read more continue reading

ANZIIF’s RISC and Reinsurance Rendezvous Events Return for 2024

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The Australian and New Zealand Institute for Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) is delighted to present two Reinsurance Events in 2024 – Reinsurance International Study Course (RISC), and Reinsurance Rendezvous Conference.... Read more continue reading

TAL appoints new Group CEO and Managing Director

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TAL has appointed Fiona Macgregor as the new Group CEO and Managing Director, effective from 1 October 2024. Fiona will continue in her current role as Chief Executive – Individual... Read more continue reading