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Agricultural sector in for a mixed 2024: Outlook

JAMIE WILLIAMSON  |  WEDNESDAY, 13 DEC 2023
It seems the challenges faced by the agricultural sector this year are likely to continue into 2024 as farmers grapple economic headwinds and lower commodity prices, however the second half is tipped to prove more fruitful. Trade conditions have improved ...

Local housing market to reach inflection point: Research

CHLOE WALKER  |  TUESDAY, 12 DEC 2023
Research by CoreLogic suggests the Australian housing market is heading towards an inflection point, with the rate of growth in home values becoming more diverse but generally weakening. According to the research, commissioned by NAB for its December ...

Betashares launches 'industry first' bond funds

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  MONDAY, 11 DEC 2023
Betashares has launched four funds on the ASX, offering geared long and short exposure to Australian government bonds and 10-year US Treasuries. The new offerings include the Betashares Geared Long Australian Government Bond Fund (ASX: GGAB), designed ...

Platinum names new chief executive, restructures board

KARREN VERGARA  |  MONDAY, 11 DEC 2023
... foundations and an admired culture that has been built on the back of a differentiated investment approach and strong client focus. I'm keen to work with the team to see the company through its next growth phase," he said. As part of the new appointment ...

GSFM to distribute Access Capital Partners offering to HNWs

CHLOE WALKER  |  FRIDAY, 8 DEC 2023
GSFM has partnered with Parisian firm Access Capital Partners (ACP) to distribute its European infrastructure and smaller buyout strategies to local wealthy investors and family offices. GSFM chief executive Damien McIntyre said the partnership will ...

J.P. Morgan lists fixed income ETFs

CHLOE WALKER  |  FRIDAY, 8 DEC 2023
J.P. Morgan Asset Management (JPMAM) has listed two more active ETFs, taking the total number of listed products to 11. While the JPMorgan Global Bond Active ETF (JPGB) is listed on Cboe Australia, the JPMorgan Global Research Enhanced Index Equity ...

Fahour takes top job at Gurner Group

CHLOE WALKER  |  THURSDAY, 7 DEC 2023
... Bank/MLC. The group stated that the appointment would enable founder Tim Gurner to "delve deeper into his passions" and focus on crafting exceptional experiences for clients and partners. He will also concentrate on deals, capital, and visionary projects. ...

Perpetual rebuffs Soul Pattinson takeover offer

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 7 DEC 2023
Perpetual has rejected a $3 billion acquisition bid from Washington H. Soul Pattinson, saying that it "materially undervalues" the company's Corporate Trust and Wealth Management divisions. Soul Pattinson, currently Perpetual's largest shareholder ...

IFM Investors appoints global head of strategy

ANDREW MCKEAN  |  THURSDAY, 7 DEC 2023
... innovations to bring them to market for the benefit of our clients." Meanwhile, Misra lauded IFM for its compelling vision, focus on implementation, comprehensive plan, and exceptional talent. "It's a great honour to be joining IFM Investors and ...

Perpetual explores split following review

CASSANDRA BALDINI  |  WEDNESDAY, 6 DEC 2023
Perpetual will explore separating its corporate trust and wealth management businesses, aiming to create a more focused asset management business. According to the firm, the separation, currently being assessed by the board, will unlock additional value ...