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GQG bleeds over US$7bn in FUM in June

MATTHEW WAI  |  MONDAY, 13 JUL 2026
... performance has once again "deteriorated", with all funds underperforming on a five-year basis. Macquarie said while global markets performed strongly in the June quarter, all GQG strategies underperformed according to its tracker. "We have recut our ...

KKR injects $400m into Ampol

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  MONDAY, 13 JUL 2026
... transaction was supported by KKR's private credit and insurance platforms. KKR partner and head of Asia credit and markets Diane Raposio said: "We are focused on providing flexible capital to high-quality companies as they pursue their strategic ...

Income generating index ETFs gain traction post Budget

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  FRIDAY, 10 JUL 2026
... the context of gold's extraordinary run over recent years, with the metal having delivered one of its strongest bull markets in decades. "Importantly, long-term demand remains robust, particularly among central banks, with recent surveys showing ...

ASFA makes suggestions for performance test overhaul

VINNY VUCAGO  |  THURSDAY, 9 JUL 2026
... methodology, with greater flexibility for APRA to update benchmarks in consultation with industry experts as investment markets evolve. Koval said the review comes after Treasurer Jim Chalmers announced the government was looking at changes to the performance ...

ISS STOXX acquires Scientific Beta

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 9 JUL 2026
... well-equipped to advance its research-driven capabilities and expand global reach. SGX Group head of global financial markets Ng Yao Loong said: "We are pleased to transition Scientific Beta to a new owner well-positioned to scale its capabilities and ...

SS&C to accept digital cash for tokenised investments

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 9 JUL 2026
... reducing settlement risk, improving operational efficiency and simplifying cross-border investment transactions as digital markets continue to evolve. The announcement also builds on the launch of SS&C's live tokenised fund issuance and distribution ...

Palisade marks first European acquisition

ELIZA BAVIN  |  THURSDAY, 9 JUL 2026
... include European bioenergy assets, creating a dedicated investment strategy focused on opportunities across key European markets. "We are excited to expand the APG mandate in the UK and into Europe with our first European acquisition. This transaction ...

UniSuper, Aware Super deliver positive returns

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 JUL 2026
... said diversification provided a buffer against market volatility with approximately 25% of the total portfolio in private markets, including infrastructure, private equity and unlisted property. Aware Super head of investment strategy Michael Winchester ...

Singaporean VC snags Natixis head of distribution

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 JUL 2026
... growth, January Capital said. He brings two decades of experience across funds, private wealth management and capital markets. Prior to Natixis, Guthrie held senior distribution and advisory roles at Investors Mutual, AMP Capital, Colonial First State ...

TCorp chief investment officer retires

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 JUL 2026
... to lead the investment team during this period. TCorp recently appointed Gavin Sinnott as general manager of financial markets. Sinnott has been acting in the role since December 2025, having previously served as head of balance sheet for three and a ...