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Inflation skyrockets in March, RBA hike almost certain

ELIZA BAVIN  |  WEDNESDAY, 29 APR 2026
... since the series began in 2017, reflecting the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on fuel prices," Luke said. BNY APAC macro strategist Wee Khoon Chong said the data reinforces market expectations that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will ...

APAC investments chief for Morningstar IM resigns

KARREN VERGARA  |  WEDNESDAY, 22 APR 2026
... investment committee. Morningstar president of wealth and research Daniel Needham will assume oversight and management of all APAC portfolios and will be supported by the Australian and global investment teams. "Daniel will continue to work closely with ...

Rest strengthens investment approach, digital member services

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 16 APR 2026
... fund's focused on transparency and operational efficiency to improve its management on investments. Meanwhile, Rimes head of APAC Ross Allen noted the increasing need for trusted, decision-grade data among asset owners. "We are delighted to be providing ...

FEATURE: Private equity | Time to deploy

ELIZA BAVIN  |  TUESDAY, 14 APR 2026
... the year." Emerging markets attracted a robust US$729.9 billion, a notable increase from US$649.4 billion in 2024. As for APAC, PE investment edged upwards, rising from US$142.2 billion to US$144.9 billion. According to KPMG, the sectors that saw the ...

FEATURE: Global equities | Triaging tech's second act

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 APR 2026
... peers, casting doubts on the need for the infrastructure spend. BlackRock Investment Institute chief investment strategist for APAC Ben Powell also sees the ongoing buildout as one of the defining forces shaping markets in 2026. "This shift marks a move ...

Coinbase receives AFSL, plans product expansion

MATTHEW WAI  |  WEDNESDAY, 8 APR 2026
... expand into stock trading, payments, and other traditional financial products on its platform. Coinbase managing director, APAC John O'Loghlen said the AFSL allows the exchange to offer competitive products to everyday Australians. "With this licence ...

Digital assets framework bill passes, paves the way for consumer confidence

MATTHEW WAI  |  THURSDAY, 2 APR 2026
... Treasury and ASIC to develop rules and guidelines that are appropriate and fit-for-purpose. Coinbase Australia managing director APAC John O'Loghlen echoed Derham's sentiment, stating that the passage is a recognition of digital assets' increasing ...

T. Rowe Price Australia country head exits

ELIZABETH FRY  |  MONDAY, 30 MAR 2026
... coming months, Darren will work closely with the firm to support a smooth and orderly transition," said T. Rowe Price head of APAC distribution Elsie Chan. Before joining the Baltimore-based manager in 2007, Hall held roles at Schroder Investment Management ...

You can't manage what you can't measure: Vanguard

ELIZA BAVIN  |  FRIDAY, 20 MAR 2026
Appearing at the 2026 AM Tech Day event in Sydney this week, Vanguard senior portfolio manager and APAC head trader James Chatfield spoke about the importance of quality data when making decisions at the trading desk. "You can't manage what you can't ...

Entireti taps AI to centralise advice data

RIDDHIMA TALWANI  |  THURSDAY, 19 MAR 2026
... excited to partner with Entireti to achieve the road to 200 and beyond," Communify chief strategy officer and president of APAC Will Bailey said.