Market optimism fuelled by debt not durability, but opportunities remain  

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Market optimism is increasingly fuelled by rising debt and the belief that authorities will insulate investors from harm, rather than economic durability, yet opportunities remain for investors willing to rethink portfolio construction, Hugh Selby-Smith, co-CIO at Talaria... Read more continue reading

Winners announced for the new generation of financial advisers

The Inside Network has announced winners of the INFIN Future Financial Leaders Awards, honouring emerging leadership of Australia’s wealth management industry across 10 categories. Winners were also announced for ‘40... Read more continue reading

Westpac extends regional branch moratorium, announces regional Community Banking Service pilot

Westpac has announced it will extend its moratorium on regional branch closures and pilot a new way to deliver banking services to regional communities through a new Community Banking Service.... Read more continue reading

Oliver Carr appointed Business Development Associate for Alexander Funds

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Alexander Funds is pleased to announce the appointment of Oliver Carr as Business Development Associate, based in Sydney. Oliver joins the Distribution team at Alexander Funds, led by Chris Inifer,... Read more continue reading

China and emerging markets:  A turning point for investors  

China Equities Portfolio Manager Wenchang Ma argues that structural reform, stronger fundamentals, and sectoral innovation are transforming China and emerging markets into higher-quality, more resilient sources of long-term growth for... Read more continue reading

Winners of 2025 Zenith Fund Awards revealed

The winners of the 2025 Zenith Fund Awards have been announced at a presentation in Sydney yesterday. The 2025 Fund Manager of the Year went to Ausbil Investment Management Limited. Ausbil... Read more continue reading

Six months after US tariffs: Spotlighting a super reaction

Six months after the market shock caused by US tariff announcements, a new HESTA member survey has found 43% of members would be more likely to monitor their super balance... Read more continue reading

Franklin Templeton completes Martin Currie integration with ClearBridge, further strengthening Australian market presence

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Franklin Templeton has completed the global integration of Martin Currie’s investment capabilities into ClearBridge Investments. This marks a significant milestone in Franklin Templeton’s business strategy in Australia, reinforcing its commitment... Read more continue reading

How US equities and US fixed income performed with a resumption of Fed easing

With more Fed rate cuts seen as a strong possibility heading into year-end, Franklin Templeton Institute explores how stock and bond markets have historically performed during the resumption of Fed... Read more continue reading

Positive trends in ESG maturity among fund managers

Tony Adams, Head of Sustainable Investment Research at Lonsec Research and Ratings, explores the evolving ESG practices of fund managers, with a particular focus on firm-level assessments. Adams reflects on... Read more continue reading