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Trump 2.0 set to boost small and mid-caps: Canopy Investors

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 21 NOV 2024
... macro or market predictions, it is likely that the policy uncertainty anticipated in 2025 will drive increased market volatility," he said. "This environment should create opportunities for active investing, particularly in global small and mid-cap companies ...

EBC expands local offerings to HNWIs, instos

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 16 OCT 2024
... custodial services in Australia. EBC country head of Australia Kris Wang said: "As global economic uncertainties and market volatility increase, more HNWIs and institutional investors are seeking stable asset management solutions. EBC's acquisition ...

ASX listings dwindle as companies abandon public markets

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  FRIDAY, 11 OCT 2024
... gain access to innovative sectors and high-growth opportunities that offer more resilience and less exposure to market volatility," he said. The ASX's activity report also showed that new capital raised was $6 billion, down from $7.3 billion in the previous ...

Advisers add 5.7% premium

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 4 SEP 2024
... half of the 5.7% benefit was derived from advisers' ability to help clients avoid kneejerk decisions amid market volatility and economic uncertainty, Russell Investments head of distribution in Australia and New Zealand Neil Rogan said. This included ...

BlackRock launches new bond ETF

ELIZA BAVIN  |  MONDAY, 26 AUG 2024
... investors may consider ULTB for portfolio diversification, as adding duration can provide defence against potential market volatility and during periods of slowing growth. Benchmarked to the ICE US Treasury 20+Year Bond AUD Hedged index, ULTB represents ...

Managed funds bounce back after bearish Q1: Calastone

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  WEDNESDAY, 21 AUG 2024
... we've seen across our network, reflecting a widespread preference for stable, income-generating assets amid market volatility and economic uncertainties, likely magnified by higher local costs of living," Calastone managing director for Australia and ...

Chalmers 'confident but not complacent' on economic prospects

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 7 AUG 2024
... have since staged a gradual comeback, but investors are wary of economic indicators coming out of the US. "The market volatility that we've seen has been driven by weaker than expected jobs growth and tech earnings in the US, as well as rising Japanese ...

Investors brace for turbulence as Biden backs out

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 23 JUL 2024
... campaign against Trump." Green said if Harris can gain significant traction and pose a credible threat to Trump, market volatility is expected to continue. "Investors will likely remain on tenterhooks, closely monitoring the political landscape and adjusting ...

Mercer Super chalks up 11.2% return

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 18 JUL 2024
... investment officer for the Pacific region Sue Wang said the results were an excellent outcome against a backdrop of market volatility and uncertain economic conditions. "Equity markets enjoyed a very good year as inflationary pressures slowed. The US ...

Equip Super returns 9.23% to members

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 17 JUL 2024
... remains cautious over economic factors that could impact future returns. "We are cautious of potential heightened market volatility leading up to the US presidential election in November. Inflation has moderated, but it remains elevated, possibly limiting ...