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An outlook for fixed income allocations in 2026

ANGELIQUE MINAS | TUESDAY, 23 DEC 2025

... historic dominance of US equities was challenged as global investor sentiment began to shift in the wake of Liberation Day tariffs, Wood described. "Post-tariff implementation, we've seen a reassessment of supply chains and global trade patterns," ...

Three megatrends to watch in 2026

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 15 DEC 2025

... said while geopolitical risks remain, trade concerns are less likely to have an impact on markets. "I don't think tariffs are going to be posed as much risk in 2026 as they did at least in the first half of 2025. [That trade would be used] as a weapon ...

Vanguard identifies strongest asset classes for coming decade

MATTHEW WAI | THURSDAY, 11 DEC 2025

... joining the chorus of global central banks lowering interest rates," Chronis said. "Australia is insulated somewhat from tariffs, and that view is reinforced by its favourable standing with the bilateral framework on critical minerals and rare earths ...

FEATURE | Agriculture: Golden soil

KARREN VERGARA | FRIDAY, 28 NOV 2025

... as prosperous as ever, particularly as it weathers the motherload of political matters: US President Donald Trump's tariffs and trade war. "Generally, the Australian ag community sees the tariffs as a positive in the long term because we're seen ...

Diverged focus for HNWs presents adviser opportunity: Report

MATTHEW WAI | MONDAY, 24 NOV 2025

... heightened caution, especially in April 2025. Average concern levels spiked to 7.9 out of 10 in April, following new US tariffs - higher than the COVID peak (7.2). Despite this, investors remained disciplined, with two-thirds of HNWs making no major ...

Global resilience is a key systemic risk: HESTA

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 17 NOV 2025

... to supply chains, geopolitical tensions and all that that has meant different sea routes, the introduction of different tariffs. "This year, we actually see that global resilience as a key investment issue, and that's why we're putting it on ...

Listed asset managers trail ASX 200 in 2025: Morningstar

RIDDHIMA TALWANI | WEDNESDAY, 22 OCT 2025

... industry pulse noted shares of asset managers are likely to remain volatile, as investor sentiment remains vulnerable to US tariffs and macroeconomic uncertainties. The research estimated modest returns for listed asset managers in the medium term rather ...

'We have entered a new economic era': CBA

ELIZA BAVIN | WEDNESDAY, 22 OCT 2025

... "Things that have been disdained in recent decades are back on the table, including conflict, sanctions, industry policy, tariffs and restrictions on investment and exports," Yeaman said. "This is a deep structural change, not a temporary Trump phenomenon ...

New 100% tariffs on China: Another TACO moment?

KARREN VERGARA | TUESDAY, 14 OCT 2025

As the US threatens more outlandish tariffs on China, investment experts foresee more market volatility in the short term with neither side backing down. But will US President Donald Trump once again "chicken out"? Trump roiled investor confidence last ...

Australian economy 'at a crossroads': CBA

ELIZA BAVIN | MONDAY, 13 OCT 2025

... still remains elusive despite most US trading partners now having settled reciprocal rates. The US economy is absorbing tariffs with little impact on consumer inflation to date, but employment in import-heavy sectors has weakened. In addition, China's ...

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Australian Unity to shed 195 roles

MATTHEW WAI

Australian Unity is reducing its workforce by 195 positions due to underperformance stemming from delays in government support for its Home Health platform and the integration of several businesses.

Count shutters limited-advice business, slips in size ranking

MATTHEW WAI

Count Financial has reportedly wound up its restricted SMSF/limited-advice service, losing some 26 advisers on the Financial Adviser Register, latest data shows.

First Super recruits head of investments from Prime Super

MATTHEW WAI

First Super has appointed a new head of investments, replacing Chris Artis, who was in the position for the past three months on an interim basis.

BMO eyes Euroz Hartleys' capital markets business

KARREN VERGARA

Euroz Hartleys confirmed it is in discussions with Canada's BMO Financial Group for a potential sale of its capital markets business for $145 million.

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